plain notes

[/pleɪn noʊts/]
noun
notas simples; anotações simples
1. Simple, unformatted written notes without decorations, special formatting, or embellishments
I prefer to write plain notes during lectures rather than using a complex system.
Prefiro escrever notas simples durante as aulas em vez de usar um sistema complexo.
2. Basic written records or reminders in text form, typically in plain text format
Keep plain notes of your daily tasks in a notebook.
Mantenha anotações simples de suas tarefas diárias em um caderno.
3. In finance/business: unsecured promissory notes or straightforward written promises to pay
The company issued plain notes to its investors.
A empresa emitiu notas simples aos seus investidores.
The concept of 'plain notes' is valued in both American and Brazilian educational and business cultures as a practical, efficient method of documentation. In Brazil, there is a preference for straightforward note-taking methods in academic settings, while in corporate environments, plain notes (notas simples) also refer to a type of financial instrument. The term reflects a cultural appreciation for clarity and simplicity over complexity in written communication.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
simple notesbasic notesunformatted notestext notesstraightforward notes
Antonyms / Antônimos
formatted notesdecorated notesembellished notesstructured notes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
notas simples; anotações simples
Commonly used in educational and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
notas simples
Standard usage in academic settings
São Paulo
anotações simples; notas desformatadas
More common in corporate and tech environments
Portugal
notas simples; anotações básicas
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

note-takingannotationmemorandumpromissory noteplain text

Related Idioms & Phrases

take plain notes
keep plain notes
write plain notes
plain and simple notes
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