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Notation

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

Definition

A system of symbols used to represent something, especially in music or mathematics.

Synonyms & similar words

note notationalsystem annotation symbolism representation marking sign code script shorthand characters figures digits numerals

Synonyms by register

Formal

symbolism codification representation notation system

Informal

shorthand jargon lingo code

Literary

cipher hieroglyphics script

Antonyms

unwritten unmarked unrecorded unexpressed unarticulated

Common collocations

  • musical notation
  • mathematical notation
  • standard notation
  • notation software
  • notation system
  • scientific notation
  • notation marks

Word family

noun notation
verb notate
adjective notational

Usage note

Notation refers to a system of symbols used to represent something, often in music, mathematics, or science. It is generally a neutral term, but can sometimes imply a specialized or technical language.

Example sentences

  1. The composer wrote the music notation on the sheet.
  2. The math teacher used notation to explain the problem.
  3. I have trouble reading musical notation.
  4. The computer program uses a special notation to represent data.
  5. The scientific notation made the equation easier to understand.

Quotes

  • Music is the shorthand of emotion. - Leo Tolstoy
  • Mathematics is a language that is used to describe the universe. - Marcus du Sautoy
  • Music is the universal language of mankind. - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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