shorthand

• Schnellschrift mit Symbolen oder Abkürzungen; bildlich auch für eine kurze oder vereinfachte Ausdrucksweise.

A method of rapid writing using symbols or abbreviations; also used metaphorically to describe a concise or simplified way of expressing something.

1. Written in abbreviated or symbolic formB2formal

   Using a system of rapid writing that employs symbols or abbreviations for words or phrases.

   Stenografisch

   • The secretary took shorthand notes during the meeting.
   • He used a shorthand method to record the lecture quickly.
   • Shorthand writing is still taught in some business schools.

   Synonymeabbreviatedcontractedshortenedstenographic

   Antonymefulllonghand

• Eine Methode des schnellen Schreibens mit Symbolen oder Abkürzungen für Wörter oder Phrasen, oft für Diktate oder Notizen verwendet. Auch eine verkürzende Ausdrucksweise oder Abkürzung.

A method of rapid writing that uses symbols or abbreviations to represent words or phrases, often used for taking dictation or notes.

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1. Rapid writing methodB2formal

   A system of abbreviated writing that allows for fast note-taking, often using symbols or shortened forms of words.

   Kurzschrift

   • Journalists often use shorthand to record interviews quickly.
   • She learned shorthand to take faster notes in class.
   • The secretary transcribed the meeting using her shorthand skills.

   Synonymestenographytachygraphy

2. Abbreviated expressionB2informal

   A short or simplified way of expressing an idea, concept, or phrase.

   Kurzform

   • In business, 'ROI' is shorthand for 'return on investment'.
   • Using 'ASAP' is common shorthand for 'as soon as possible'.
   • The term 'AI' has become shorthand for artificial intelligence.

   Synonymeabbreviationcodecondensationshortcutsimplification