notation
3 synonyms for notation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A system of symbols used to represent information, especially in music, math, or science.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
annotation
notational system
How to use notation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
musical notation
scientific notation
mathematical notation
Etymology
From Latin notātiō, related to notō ("to mark, note").
Full origin of notation →Frequently asked questions
What does “notation” mean?
The word “notation” means a system of symbols used to represent information, especially in music, math, or science. In plain terms, a set of written symbols used to represent something precisely, like music or numbers.
How do you pronounce “notation”?
“Notation” is pronounced noh-TAY-shuhn (/noʊˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “notation” in a sentence?
Here is “notation” used in a sentence: “Musicians read notation to know which notes to play.”
What part of speech is “notation”?
“Notation” is a noun.
Where does the word “notation” come from?
The word “notation” comes from Latin. From Latin notātiō, related to notō ("to mark, note").
Is “notation” a common word?
“Notation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
