Does "noted" mean "understood"? When do you use this expression?
Native speaker’s answer
Rebecca
Yes, "noted" does mean "understood". You can use "noted" to state that you understand something and will remember it. Keep in mind, "noted" can sound rude if said in a situation that is not strictly business. For example, if someone says "my birthday is tomorrow" and one replies with "noted", that sounds rude. On the other hand, if someone says "please refill the ink in the printer today" at work and one replies with "noted", that is acceptable.