noun
jot
jot
Jot (noun) means a tiny amount of something; the smallest bit. Example: “There isn't a jot of truth in that rumor.”
noun
1
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
1
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 notesIn 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
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Word forms
- Plural
- jots
- Third person singular
- jots
- Past tense
- jotted
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There isn't a _____ of truth in that rumor.
Etymology
From Latin iota, the tiny Greek letter used figuratively for "a very small amount".
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Frequently asked questions
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.
