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shorthand in Dutch

shorthand in Dutch is beknotte vorm — shorthand means a fast system of writing using symbols or abbreviations instead of full words.

shorthand in Dutch

beknotte vorm
noun
A rough and rapid method of writing by substituting symbols for letters, words, etc.

What does "shorthand" mean?

  1. noun A fast system of writing using symbols or abbreviations instead of full words.
    "The secretary took notes in shorthand during the meeting."
  2. noun A quick, informal way of referring to or explaining something.
    "People use "the Big Apple" as shorthand for New York City."
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shorthand in a sentence

  • The secretary took notes in shorthand during the meeting.
  • People use "the Big Apple" as shorthand for New York City.
  • In shorthand, we just call the project "Phase 2".

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What is "shorthand" in Dutch?

"shorthand" in Dutch is beknotte vorm. shorthand means: A fast system of writing using symbols or abbreviations instead of full words.

How do you use "shorthand" in a sentence?

Example: "The secretary took notes in shorthand during the meeting." In Dutch, "shorthand" is beknotte vorm.

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