noun

jot

Jot (noun) means a tiny amount of something; the smallest bit. Example: “There isn't a jot of truth in that rumor.”

noun

A tiny amount of something; the smallest bit.

"There isn't a jot of truth in that rumor."

"He didn't change one jot of the original plan."

verb

To write something down quickly, usually a short note.

"She jotted down the phone number on a napkin."

"Let me jot that idea before I forget it."

How to use jot

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA tiny bit (noun) or to quickly scribble a short note (verb).

Common mistake

Often paired with "down" (jot down) when used as a verb meaning to note something quickly.

Common pairings

jot down not one jot jot a note

jotted past tense, jotted past tense, jots plural, jots plural, jots singular, jots singular

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From Latin iota, the tiny Greek letter used figuratively for "a very small amount".

Origin: Latin

touch hint pinch mite tinge speck jotting soupcon jot down

feel top bit meet feeling match note contact

What does “jot” mean?

The word “jot” means a tiny amount of something; the smallest bit. In plain terms, a tiny bit (noun) or to quickly scribble a short note (verb).

How do you pronounce “jot”?

“Jot” is pronounced jot (/d͡ʒɑt/ in IPA).

How do you use “jot” in a sentence?

Here is “jot” used in a sentence: “There isn't a jot of truth in that rumor.”

What part of speech is “jot”?

Depending on how it is used, “jot” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “jot” come from?

The word “jot” comes from Latin. From Latin iota, the tiny Greek letter used figuratively for "a very small amount".

How many meanings does “jot” have?

“Jot” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tiny amount of something; the smallest bit.

feel top bit meet feeling match note contact