noun
Uncommon
memorandum
mehm-uh-RAN-duhm
Memorandum (noun) means a written note or document recording information, instructions, or an agreement, often used in business or diplomacy. Example: “The two governments signed a memorandum of understanding.”
noun
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A written note or document recording information, instructions, or an agreement, often used in business or diplomacy.
"The two governments signed a memorandum of understanding."
"The manager circulated a memorandum reminding everyone of the new opening hours."
"She filed the memorandum in a folder labelled with the project name."
How to use memorandum
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA formal written note, often used for business communication or agreements.
Common mistake
The plural is either "memoranda" (more formal/traditional) or "memorandums" — both are accepted in modern English.
Common pairings
memorandum of understanding
issue a memorandum
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Word forms
- Plural
- memorandums, memoranda
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The two governments signed a _____ of understanding.
Etymology
A learned borrowing from Latin memorandum, meaning "(something) to be remembered."
Synonyms
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memo
memoranda
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Frequently asked questions
What does “memorandum” mean?
The word “memorandum” means a written note or document recording information, instructions, or an agreement, often used in business or diplomacy. In plain terms, a formal written note, often used for business communication or agreements.
How do you pronounce “memorandum”?
“Memorandum” is pronounced mehm-uh-RAN-duhm (/ˌmɛm.əˈɹæn.dəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “memorandum” in a sentence?
Here is “memorandum” used in a sentence: “The two governments signed a memorandum of understanding.”
What part of speech is “memorandum”?
“Memorandum” is a noun.
Where does the word “memorandum” come from?
The word “memorandum” comes from Latin. A learned borrowing from Latin memorandum, meaning "(something) to be remembered.".
Is “memorandum” a common word?
“Memorandum” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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