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well note
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
"Well note" is not a phrase that is commonly used in written English.
Instead, you might opt for phrases like "note well" or "please note". For example, "Please note that the meeting is at 4 pm, not 5 pm."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
News & Media
Science
Academia
Wiki
Formal & Business
Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
17 human-written examples
Keats was giving his friend a get well note, not an ecology lesson, and perhaps echoing the hapless passivity of his own relationship with Fanny Brawne.
News & Media
Four of those are lawyers, and might well note that, in the days of Warren Hastings at least, they would have been ripe for articles of impeachment.
News & Media
Those who know Haiti well note that in the years before this latest disaster, civil order had already begun to take root.
News & Media
Other African leaders might well note, however, that Mr Mubarak is no longer in power.Correction: Apologies for the typos in this blog post.
News & Media
When historians come to consider his period in British affairs of state, they may well note, with disdainful amusement, the degree to which a generation of politicians were influenced by Aaron Sorkin's television creation.
News & Media
Well, note that one thing that happens in run is that the ends of lines (or waves; a wave is a special kind of line) become centers and the centers move to the ends.
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
43 human-written examples
Well noted, Beadle.
News & Media
The change in approach has been well noted.
News & Media
"It is well noted we have shown interest," Kenyon said.
News & Media
"I said 'spoke well,' " noted the first speaker.
News & Media
Not entirely accurate; Bernie Sanders is a well noted exception.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When you want to emphasize something important, use "please note" or "take note" instead of "well note" for clearer communication.
Common error
Avoid using "well note" when you intend to instruct someone to pay attention. Opt for more common and grammatically correct alternatives such as "please note" or "take note".
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "well note" functions as an imperative, attempting to direct the reader's attention. However, as Ludwig AI points out, it's not a standard or commonly accepted construction. Examples show varying contexts, but the intended function is typically to draw attention to specific information.
Frequent in
News & Media
32%
Science
23%
Wiki
20%
Less common in
Academia
15%
Formal & Business
10%
Encyclopedias
0%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while "well note" appears in various sources, it is not a standard or grammatically correct phrase in English. Ludwig AI indicates that it's better to use alternatives like "please note" or "take note" to clearly and effectively emphasize important information. Its usage spans news, science, academia, wiki, and business contexts, but its overall frequency remains uncommon. Therefore, it's advisable to opt for more conventional phrases for clarity and grammatical correctness.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
please note
Emphasizes a polite request to pay attention to something.
take note
Highlights the importance of remembering or paying attention to something.
note carefully
Suggests that the information is important and requires close attention.
bear in mind
Advises the listener or reader to keep something in their thoughts.
keep in mind
Similar to "bear in mind", it prompts the retention of specific information.
pay attention
A direct instruction to focus on something.
notice carefully
Highlights something deserving close observation.
observe closely
Suggests a detailed and careful examination of something.
consider this
Introduces a point for the listener/reader to think about.
take into account
Emphasizes the importance of considering something when making a judgment.
FAQs
What's a more common way to say "well note"?
Instead of "well note", consider using phrases like "please note", "take note", or "bear in mind" depending on the context.
Is "well note" grammatically correct?
While "well note" appears in some contexts, it's not considered standard English. More conventional alternatives include "please note" and "take note".
How can I use "note carefully" in a sentence?
You can use "note carefully" to emphasize the importance of paying close attention to something. For example, "Note carefully the instructions before starting the exam".
When should I use "bear in mind" instead of "well note"?
"Bear in mind" is appropriate when you want someone to remember or consider something. For example, "Bear in mind that the deadline is next Friday."
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
79%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested