To recap our discussion
Formal business communication expression
शाब्दिक अर्थ: To recapitulate our discussion
Use this phrase to summarize complex talks and ensure everyone is on the same page professionally.
15 सेकंड में
- Summarizes the main points of a recent conversation.
- Used primarily in business or organized planning contexts.
- Ensures everyone agrees on the final decisions made.
मतलब
It's a way to quickly repeat the main points of a conversation you just had. Think of it as hitting the 'highlights' button to make sure everyone is on the same page.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Ending a corporate strategy meeting
To recap our discussion, we will launch the marketing campaign next Monday.
To recap our discussion, we will launch the marketing campaign next Monday.
Planning a complex road trip with friends
To recap our discussion, I'm bringing the snacks and you're driving.
To recap our discussion, I'm bringing the snacks and you're driving.
Sending a follow-up email after a job interview
To recap our discussion from earlier, I am very excited about the role.
To recap our discussion from earlier, I am very excited about the role.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The term 'recap' is a shortened version of 'recapitulate,' which has roots in Latin meaning 'to go over the main heads.' It gained massive popularity in the 20th-century corporate world as meetings became more structured. Today, it reflects a culture obsessed with productivity and ensuring that 'no stone is left unturned' during communication.
The Power of Three
When you recap, try to limit yourself to three main points. People rarely remember more than that!
Don't Repeat Everything
A recap is a summary, not a replay. If you talk for 10 minutes during the recap, you've failed the mission.
15 सेकंड में
- Summarizes the main points of a recent conversation.
- Used primarily in business or organized planning contexts.
- Ensures everyone agrees on the final decisions made.
What It Means
To recap our discussion is a fancy way of saying "let's summarize what we just talked about." It comes from the word recapitulate. In the business world, people talk a lot. Sometimes, they talk too much! This phrase helps you grab the most important ideas. It clears up any confusion before everyone leaves the room. It ensures nobody forgets the big decisions you just made.
How To Use It
You usually say this at the very end of a meeting. You can also use it at the start of a follow-up email. Simply start your sentence with the phrase. Then, use a bulleted list or short sentences for the points. For example: To recap our discussion, we are meeting at five. It acts as a signal. It tells people to pay attention because the 'final version' is coming. It’s like the TL;DR (Too Long; Didn't Read) of the spoken world.
When To Use It
Use this in professional settings like office meetings or interviews. It’s perfect after a long brainstorming session where ideas were flying everywhere. You can also use it when planning something complex with friends. Maybe you are organizing a big group vacation to Ibiza. After an hour of arguing about hotels, use this phrase. It brings order to the chaos. It makes you look organized and sharp.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use this after a two-minute chat about the weather. It will make you sound like a robot! Avoid it during very emotional or intimate moments. If your friend is crying about a breakup, don't say, To recap our discussion, you are sad. That is a one-way ticket to losing a friend. Also, skip it at the drive-thru. The person at McDonald's doesn't need a formal summary of your Big Mac order.
Cultural Background
Western business culture values time and efficiency. We love the idea of "action items." This phrase became popular because it helps document verbal agreements. In the US and UK, people often leave meetings feeling unsure. This phrase is the safety net. It’s a linguistic tool for accountability. If you said it in the recap, it’s officially part of the plan.
Common Variations
You might hear people just say Let's recap. Some might say To summarize our talk. In very casual settings, you could hear So, the bottom line is.... If you want to sound even more formal, try To recapitulate. But be careful—that one is a bit of a mouthful! Most people stick to recap because it’s quick and punchy.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
This phrase is most at home in professional emails and meetings. While it is formal, it is not 'stuffy,' making it a safe choice for B2 learners in any workplace.
The Power of Three
When you recap, try to limit yourself to three main points. People rarely remember more than that!
Don't Repeat Everything
A recap is a summary, not a replay. If you talk for 10 minutes during the recap, you've failed the mission.
The 'Recap' Email
In US business culture, sending a 'recap email' after a call is considered a high-level professional move that builds trust.
उदाहरण
6To recap our discussion, we will launch the marketing campaign next Monday.
To recap our discussion, we will launch the marketing campaign next Monday.
This confirms the final decision and timeline for the team.
To recap our discussion, I'm bringing the snacks and you're driving.
To recap our discussion, I'm bringing the snacks and you're driving.
Uses a formal phrase in a casual setting to add clarity to a plan.
To recap our discussion from earlier, I am very excited about the role.
To recap our discussion from earlier, I am very excited about the role.
Shows the candidate was paying attention and is professional.
To recap our discussion, you'll do the dishes tonight if I cook.
To recap our discussion, you'll do the dishes tonight if I cook.
Uses formal structure to force a final agreement.
To recap our discussion, we both want to move to Italy eventually.
To recap our discussion, we both want to move to Italy eventually.
Summarizes a significant life decision made during a long talk.
To recap our discussion: Tacos at 8 PM, don't be late!
To recap our discussion: Tacos at 8 PM, don't be late!
Shortens the phrase for a quick digital update.
खुद को परखो
Choose the best phrase to finish a 30-minute project meeting.
___, we have decided to hire two new interns by June.
This phrase is the standard way to summarize decisions at the end of a professional meeting.
Which word is the shortened, more common version of 'recapitulate'?
Let's ___ what we just learned today.
'Recap' is the natural, frequently used verb form of this expression.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality of Summarizing
Used with close friends.
So, basically...
Good for everyday planning.
Let's recap.
The gold standard for business.
To recap our discussion...
Legal or academic settings.
To recapitulate the points mentioned...
Where to use 'To recap our discussion'
Boardroom Meeting
Summarizing the quarterly goals.
Post-Interview Email
Reiterating your strengths.
Wedding Planning
Confirming the flower choices.
Project Wrap-up
Listing the final tasks.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, it is! It is a shortened version of recapitulate. While recap is common in speech, To recap our discussion is the full formal phrase.
Absolutely. It makes you look like you are organized and taking the initiative to ensure the work is done correctly.
They are very similar. However, recap implies you are going back over something that *just* happened, while summarize can apply to a book or a movie from years ago.
It can be. In a text, you might just say Quick recap: followed by your points. Using the full phrase might seem a bit stiff in a casual chat.
Usually at the end. However, you can use it at the beginning of a *new* meeting to remind people what happened in the *last* one.
Not at all. It is helpful. Just ensure your tone is collaborative rather than bossy.
Yes, To recap our talk is slightly less formal than discussion but means the exact same thing.
Ideally 2 to 4 points. If you have 10 points, that's not a recap; that's a whole new meeting!
Yes, it is widely used across all major English dialects, including British, American, and Australian business circles.
Just say, And one final thing I missed... or To add to that recap.... It happens to everyone!
संबंधित मुहावरे
In a nutshell
To describe something very briefly.
To sum up
To give a summary of the main points.
The long and short of it
The basic facts of a situation without all the details.
Bottom line
The most important part of a situation or the final outcome.
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