vermerken
note
Etwas schriftlich festhalten oder notieren, damit man es später wiederfindet.
The German word "vermerken" is a verb that means "to note" or "to record". It is derived from the prefix "ver" and the noun "merken", which comes from the verb "merken" meaning "to notice" or "to realize". "Vermerken" often implies formally noting something for future reference or documentation.
Similar words in German include "notieren" (to note), "aufzeichnen" (to record), and "festhalten" (to hold or keep, as in to keep a record).
The difference lies in nuances:
- Notieren typically implies writing something down while “vermerken” might indicate recording in a more formal or systematic manner.
- Aufzeichnen emphasizes the act of recording in a tangible format, while festhalten can relate to maintaining a record or preserving information in various ways.
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Examples
Kannst du bitte das Datum vermerken?verb
Can you please note the date?
Der Lehrer wird den Termin im Kalender vermerken.verb
The teacher will note the date in the calendar.
Frau Schneider vermerkt den neuen Vorschlag im Protokoll.verb
Ms Schneider notes the new proposal in the minutes.
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