anotação rápida
1. a brief written message or reminder written hastily without extensive detail
I left a quick note on the fridge reminding him about the meeting.
Deixei uma anotação rápida na geladeira lembrando-o sobre a reunião.
2. a short informal written communication, often informal and spontaneous
She sent me a quick note via text to confirm she'd arrive on time.
Ela me mandou uma anotação rápida por mensagem para confirmar que chegaria na hora.
3. a brief piece of written information captured for later reference
During the lecture, I took a quick note of the main points.
Durante a aula, fiz uma anotação rápida dos pontos principais.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'quick note' is commonly used in workplace, academic, and personal settings. It reflects the modern pace of communication where people frequently leave brief written reminders on physical surfaces (post-its, whiteboards, refrigerators) or digital platforms (messaging apps, emails). In Brazil, the concept is particularly relevant in collaborative work environments where informal written communication is standard.
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