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Memo

Verb / ˈmeˌməʊ / Another word for memo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A memo is a short written message used to communicate within an organization.

Synonyms & similar words

memorandum memoranda memorandum note message communication correspondence dispatch letter missive report announcement bulletin news information directive instruction order command reminder memoir chronicle

Synonyms by register

Formal

memorandum note dispatch communiqué

Informal

note reminder heads-up nudge

Literary

recollection remembrance memento

Antonyms

forgetting oblivion neglect ignorance amnesia

Common collocations

  • write a memo
  • send a memo
  • internal memo
  • staff memo
  • meeting memo
  • draft a memo
  • read the memo

Word family

noun memory
verb memorize
adjective memorable
adverb memorably

Usage note

A 'memo' is typically a short, informal note or message, especially in a business context. While 'memorandum' is the full form, 'memo' is widely accepted and used.

Example sentences

  1. I wrote a memo to my team about the new project.
  2. My boss sent me a memo about the changes in the company policy.
  3. The memo was written in a clear and concise manner.
  4. I received a memo from HR about the upcoming training session.
  5. I need to send a memo to the IT department about the software updates.

Quotes

  • A memo is a good way to communicate horizontally.
  • A memo is a good way to communicate if you want to preserve the evidence.
  • A memo is a good way to communicate, especially internally in a company.

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