Spanish Phrase
Anota claramente el problema.
Meaning
‘Write down the problem clearly.’ The sentence is a direct, informal command that asks the listener to record the issue in a way that is easy to understand.
When to use
Use this phrase in classrooms, meetings, or any situation where you need someone to capture a problem statement with precision—e.g., a teacher asking a student to note a math error, or a manager asking a teammate to document a bug.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Anotaclaramenteelproblema
Imperative (tú) of *anotar*
‘Anota’ is the informal second‑person singular command of the verb *anotar* (to note, to write down).
Adverb *claramente*
*Claramente* modifies the verb and means ‘clearly’; it is the adverbial form of the adjective *claro*.
Definite article + noun
*el problema* is a masculine singular noun preceded by the definite article *el*.
🗨In Conversation
Anota claramente el problema.
Write down the problem clearly.
Claro, lo haré ahora mismo.
Sure, I’ll do it right now.
✕Common Mistakes
Anote claramente el problema.
‘Anote’ is the formal (usted) command; use *Anota* for informal tú.
Anota claro el problema.
*Claro* is an adjective; you need the adverb *claramente* to modify the verb.
Anota claramente el problemas.
*Problema* is singular; the article must agree in number.
↔Alternatives
Escribe claramente el problema.
Write the problem clearly.
Registra el problema de forma clara.
Record the problem in a clear way.
Apunta el problema con claridad.
Note the problem with clarity.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish‑speaking workplaces and schools, *anotar* is the go‑to verb for taking brief, precise notes. Adding *claramente* signals that you expect the information to be unambiguous, which is especially valued in technical or legal contexts. Remember that *anota* is informal; for a formal request you would use *anote* (usted) or the plural *anoten* (ustedes).