Grammar fix
take notes
write notes
to quickly write down important information, usually while listening to someone speak or reading something.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
During the lecture, I took notes so I could remember the main ideas later.
In my opinion, it's important to take notes during class because it helps me remember what the teacher says and review the material later.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I take note of everything in the lecture.
Say: I take notes in the lecture.
'Take notes' (plural) = write a record; 'take note (of)' = pay close attention.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
Natural; 'make a written record throughout' is stiff.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
take notes
- during
- detailed
- take notes on
- careful