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to note
To record or note something in writing, often in order not to forget it or to document it officially. It is a rather formal expression.
Der Beamte vermerkte die Aussage des Zeugen im Protokoll.
The official noted the witness's statement in the record.
'Vermerken' (to note) is an inseparable verb. The prefix 'ver-' remains firmly attached to the stem verb 'merken' (to notice/remember) in all tenses and sentence constructions.
Sie hat sich den Termin sofort in ihrem Kalender vermerkt.
She immediately noted the appointment in her calendar.
The verb 'vermerken' (to note) always requires an accusative object (what is being noted?). It is often followed by a preposition that indicates the place of the note, e.g. 'in' + dative or 'auf' + dative.
Bitte vermerken Sie die Änderung in der Akte.
Please note the change in the file.
This verb belongs to formal language. It is often used in official, administrative, or business contexts, for example in minutes, files, or official documents.
Der Notar vermerkte den Wunsch des Klienten im Testament.
The notary noted the client's wish in the will.
to notice / remark
'bemerken' and 'vermerken' look similar, but they do not mean the same thing. 'bemerken' usually means that you notice something; it can also mean that you briefly say or remark something. 'vermerken', on the other hand, means that you record something in writing, often in a form, a file, or a list. The risk of confusion mainly comes from the similar form of the words. If you see or hear something, 'bemerken' fits. If you note something down or write it down officially, 'vermerken' fits.
Bei der Arbeit vermerkt er heute alle Änderungen im Bericht.
At work today, he notes all the changes in the report.
Im Restaurant bemerkt der Kellner, dass ein Gast sein Handy vergessen hat.
In the restaurant, the waiter notices that a guest has forgotten his phone.