dʒɒt daʊn
neutral
beginner
- Base verb:
- jot
- Particle:
- down
- Separable:
- Yes
What does "jot down" mean?
To write something quickly
Examples
- Let me jot down your number.
- She jotted down some notes during the lecture.
- Jot down the main points.
- I jotted down the address on a napkin.
- He jots down ideas whenever inspiration strikes.
How to use it
Implies quick, informal writing. Used for notes, reminders, and brief records.
Word order
Object can go between: 'jot it down' or 'jot down the information'
Similar expressions
write down
note
scribble
Related phrasal verbs
- turn down
To reduce the volume, heat, or intensity of something
- bring down
To cause something to fall or collapse
- go down
To decrease in price, level, or amount
- come down
To decrease in price, level, or amount
- break down
To stop working or functioning (machines, vehicles)
- put down
To place something on a surface
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