English · Phrasal verb Attested

chalk down

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Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Synonym of chalk out (“make plans; sketch”).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Lập kế hoạch; phác thảo

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Where it’s used: Used American English

We were all seeking a place anyway and so agreed to live together. “Alright then buddies, let's chalk down the details tomorrow,” I said.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To acknowledge or admit (a successful outcome, etc.).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Nhận biết hoặc thừa nhận

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Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “chalk down” mean?

Synonym of chalk out (“make plans; sketch”).

Is “chalk down” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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