English · Phrasal verb Attested

write down

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see write, down.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Không dùng một cách ẩn dụ hoặc thành ngữ: xem write, down

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Where it’s used: Used American English

I can't write down in the basement; it's cold there and my fingers cramp and get stiff.

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 produce or set (something) down in writing; to record something.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Sản xuất hoặc ghi lại bằng văn bản

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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 write (something) in a simple or condescending style.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Viết một cách đơn giản hoặc coi thường

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Sources & notes

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

What does “write down” mean?

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see write, down.

Is “write down” formal or informal?

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