shorthand writing

Rapid symbolic notation

Shorthand writing is a method of rapid notation using symbols, abbreviations, and simplified strokes to record speech at speeds approaching or exceeding normal conversation.

Systems like Pitman and Gregg were once essential skills for secretaries and court reporters: She took notes in shorthand during the meeting.

The term sometimes refers to any abbreviated notation system.

Related

real time transcription · meeting minutes · pens · styluses · pencils · speedwriting · legal documentation · Tironian notes · academic lectures · dictation · abbreviation · symbols · transcription

Opposites
notation system

shorthand writinglonghand

Unabbreviated handwriting

block letters · expanded form · cursive writing

writing speed/efficiency

shorthand writinglonghand

Unabbreviated handwriting

calligraphy · illuminated manuscript

recording method

shorthand writingaudio recording

Stored sonic information

dictation machine · tape recording · speech-to-text

Family

short, hand, shorthand, shorten, shorter, shortest, shortly, shortness, shorts

Familiarity
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G