memo
word
/ˈmɛˌmoʊ/
ME-moh
/mˈɛməʊ/
ME-moh
Definition
A memo is a short written message, especially one used in a workplace to share information, instructions, or reminders. It can also mean a brief note written to help someone remember something.
Usage & Nuances
Common in office and business English. 'Memo' often suggests an internal written message, while 'note' is broader and more informal. Common phrases: 'send a memo', 'write a memo', 'company memo'. In casual speech, some people also use it for a personal reminder note.
Spanish: memorando - nota internaPortuguese (BR): memorando - comunicado internoPortuguese (PT): memorando - nota internaChinese (Simplified): 备忘录 - 内部通知Chinese (Traditional): 備忘錄 - 內部通知Hindi: ज्ञापन - संक्षिप्त नोटArabic: مذكرة - تعميم داخليBengali: স্মারক - নোটRussian: служебная записка - меморандумJapanese: メモ - 社内通達Vietnamese: bản ghi nhớKorean: 메모 - 사내 공지Turkish: not - dahili not - bilgilendirme notuUrdu: یادداشت - میموIndonesian: memo - catatan singkat
Example Sentences
I wrote a memo about the meeting.
basic
She sent a memo to all employees.
basic
Please read the memo on the door.
basic
Did you see the memo about the new dress code?
natural
I'll send a quick memo so everyone has the details.
natural
I left myself a memo because I knew I'd forget.
natural