la nota
grade · note
Es un mensaje corto escrito para recordar algo o comunicar información.
Definition & meaning
The word "nota" is a versatile noun in Spanish with several distinct meanings depending on the context:
- Grade or Mark: In an academic setting, it refers to the numerical or qualitative result given to a student after an exam or for their performance in a course.
- Short Written Message: It refers to a brief piece of writing used to remind someone of something or to communicate information quickly, such as a memo or a post-it.
- Musical Note: In music theory, it is the sign used to represent the pitch and duration of a sound on a staff, or the sound itself.
- Annotation or Footnote: It refers to an observation, comment, or explanation added to a text to clarify a specific point or provide additional information.
- Notice or Reputation: It can describe a characteristic quality or the public perception of someone’s behavior.
- Journalistic Piece: In some regions, it is used to refer to a news report or a brief article in a newspaper.
Grammar & Word origin
The word "nota" is a feminine noun (la nota). Its plural form is "notas".
In terms of etymology, it originates from the Latin word "nota", which meant a mark, sign, or character used for identification or shorthand. The word has evolved in Romance languages to cover both the physical mark and the abstract concept of evaluation or communication.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms Depending on the specific meaning, synonyms include:
- For academic grade: calificación nota, puntaje nota, or evaluación nota.
- For a written message: apunte nota, recado nota, anotación nota, or mensaje nota.
- For an observation: comentario nota or observación nota.
- For music: tono nota or sonido nota.
Antonyms Because "nota" usually describes a physical object or a specific evaluation, direct antonyms are rare. However, in certain contexts, the following could be considered opposites:
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Examples
Recibí una buena nota en el examen.noun
I received a good grade on the exam.
Ella escribió la nota en el papel.noun
She wrote the note on the paper.
Él sacó buena nota en el examen.noun
He got a good grade on the exam.
Él siempre recibe una nota alta en la escuela.noun
He always receives a high grade in school.
Las notas musicales son complejas.noun
Musical notes are complex.
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