handwrite

Thân thiện

You should handwrite a thank-you note to your guests.

Definition

Verb: To write something using a pen, pencil, or similar instrument held in the hand, rather than by typing or printing. It refers to the act of forming letters and words manually.

Usage

The verb "handwrite" is used to emphasize the manual, personal nature of writing. It is often used when contrasting with typed or digital text. It is a transitive verb, requiring a direct object (the thing being written).

Examples

• Please handwrite your essay for the exam.
• She prefers to handwrite her letters to make them feel more personal.
• The instructions clearly state to handwrite your signature on the dotted line.
• He handwrote a beautiful thank-you note.

Advanced Usage

• "to be handwritten" (past participle as adjective): Describes something that was written by hand.
  • I received a handwritten invitation to the wedding.
• "handwriting" (related noun): Refers to a person's particular style of writing by hand.
  • Her handwriting is very elegant and easy to read.

Variants and Related Words

• Handwriting (n): The style or character of a person's writing by hand.
• Handwritten (adj): Written by hand, not typed or printed.

Synonyms

• Pen: To write with a pen (often implies a more formal or deliberate act).
  • He penned a letter to the editor.
• Jot down: To write something quickly or informally.
  • Let me jot down your phone number.
• Inscribe: To write or carve words onto a surface (often for a formal or permanent record).
  • The trophy was inscribed with her name.

Antonyms

• Type: To write using a typewriter or keyboard.
• Print: To produce text using a machine, such as a printer.
• Digitize: To convert information into a digital format.

Học thuật

Verb

1. write by hand
   • You should handwrite the note to your guests