🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Sténographie

Pronunciation / Transliteration: sténographie

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Shorthand/ˈʃɔːrthænd/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Elle a pris des notes en sténographie pendant la réunion."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A system of rapid writing that uses symbols or abbreviations to represent words or phrases.

    "The journalist took notes in shorthand during the interview to capture every detail."
  2. 2

    A method of writing that allows for quick transcription of spoken language.

    "She learned shorthand to improve her note-taking skills in class."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'shorthand' originated in the late 16th century, combining 'short' and 'hand', referring to a method of rapid writing that uses symbols or abbreviations. It evolved from earlier forms of writing that aimed to capture speech quickly and efficiently.

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