written list
[/ˈrɪtn̩ lɪst/]
nounpl: written lists
lista escrita
1. A series of items, names, or information recorded in writing, typically in a sequential or organized manner
She made a written list of groceries before going to the store.
Ela fez uma lista escrita de compras antes de ir ao supermercado.
2. A document or record that enumerates specific items or tasks in written form
The teacher distributed a written list of required books for the course.
O professor distribuiu uma lista escrita de livros obrigatórios para o curso.
3. A formal or official record of names, items, or data documented in writing
The company maintains a written list of all employees and their positions.
A empresa mantém uma lista escrita de todos os funcionários e seus cargos.
Written lists are fundamental in both American and Brazilian cultures for organization and task management. In Brazil, written lists (listas) are commonly used in administrative, educational, and domestic settings. The concept reflects the importance of documentation and record-keeping in both societies, particularly in formal and professional environments.
Related Idioms & Phrases
check something off a list
have something on your list
make a list and check it twice
put someone on a list
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