German Phrase
Ich schreibe alles auf.
Meaning
Literally “I write everything up,” this phrase means “I write down everything” – i.e., I take notes of all the information being discussed.
When to use
Use it when you want to assure someone that you are recording all details, such as during a meeting, a lecture, or when someone asks you to keep a record of a conversation.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Ichschreibeallesauf
Personal Pronoun
"Ich" is the first‑person singular pronoun meaning “I”.
Verb Conjugation
"schreibe" is the present‑tense 1st‑person singular of the verb "schreiben" (to write).
Separable Prefix Verb
"auf" is the separable prefix of "aufschreiben"; in the main clause it moves to the end of the sentence.
Indefinite Pronoun
"alles" means “everything” and is used here as an accusative object.
🗨In Conversation
Kannst du die wichtigsten Punkte notieren?
Can you note down the most important points?
Ich schreibe alles auf.
I’ll write down everything.
✕Common Mistakes
Ich schreibe alles.
Missing the separable prefix "auf" changes the meaning to simply “write everything” without the nuance of recording it down.
Ich alles auf schreibe.
The prefix must stay at the end of the clause; placing it before the verb is incorrect in main clauses.
Ich schreibe alles aufes.
"alles" is already in the correct accusative form; adding an ending is wrong.
↔Alternatives
Ich notiere alles.
I note everything down.
Ich halte alles fest.
I record everything.
Ich schreibe alles nieder.
I write everything down (more formal).
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking workplaces, taking thorough notes is seen as a sign of professionalism and reliability. When you say "Ich schreibe alles auf," you’re showing that you value accuracy and will have a written record to refer back to. In informal settings, you can also use "notieren" which sounds a bit lighter.