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.
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