Okay, so you’d like to send an email containing important information, but you’re not sure how to get the reader’s attention.
You could use “please note,” but you’re a little worried it’s a bit generic, right?
Well, you’re in luck!
This article will explore the best synonyms to show you how to politely say “please note.”
Other Ways to Say “Please Note”
- Be mindful of
- Bear in mind
- Kindly be aware
- Pay attention
- It’s important to remember
- Keep in mind
- Please be advised
- Please be aware
- Take into account
- Please be informed
- Give heed to
- It’s worth noting
- It should be noted
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- “Please note” is a great phrase to include in formal letters and emails, showing you want the reader to focus.
- “Be mindful of” is a good formal alternative that shows you’d like someone to pay attention.
- Try “bear in mind” for a more informal synonym to help keep your emails friendly.
Keep reading to learn a professional way to say “please note.” There are some great options, and we also want to explore something more informal to help you with other contexts.
Also, the final section will explain whether it’s correct to say “please note.” So, skip ahead if this is of interest to you before including it in your writing.
Be Mindful Of (Formal)
You can use “be mindful of” as a professional way to say “please note.” It’s a great option that shows you how to be more respectful and sincere.
So, you should try including it when emailing a client. It lets them know you have something important to share with them, and you expect them to read through the information shared.
Generally, this phrase is best in professional settings.
Using “be mindful of” is a bit more formal than something like “please note.” That’s why it’s more effective when you’ve already established a good formal relationship with the recipient.
You can also review this email example:
Dear Miss Holly,
Please be mindful of the changes coming up. I’ve attached a document that should talk you through them.
All the best,
Bradley Wiggins
Bear in Mind (Informal)
You can also use “bear in mind” as another way to say “please note.” This is a great one as a more informal and conversational alternative.
Generally, you won’t be able to use “bear in mind” in as many situations as “please note.”
Since it’s slightly more informal, it’s not always appropriate to include in an email.
With that said, it’s still correct to use when emailing employees.
If you already have a friendly relationship with them, there’s nothing wrong with this phrase.
It shows you respect them enough to treat them in a more friendly way and don’t rely on formal language.
Here’s a great sample email to show you how it works if you’re still unsure:
Hi Brian,
Bear in mind we’re planning on changing systems soon. Could you also, confirm that you’ve received this email, please?
Yours,
Michael Myers
Is It Correct to Say “Please Note”?
It is correct to say “please note.” It works well in a formal letter or email, telling the recipient they need to pay attention to a specific piece of information that you will share.
We recommend using it to draw attention to the importance of some information.
It encourages the reader to “note” what you’re about to say. Therefore, it should help them to remember what you asked them later.
For example:
Dear Mr. Jenkins,
Please note we are looking at other alternatives to this. Let me know if you think of anything that might work for us.
All the best,
George O’Connor
As you can see, “please note” encourages the reader to pay attention to the next piece of information.
You should also make sure to get it right when you use it. It’s a common misconception that “please notice” is just as effective.
However, this is not the case. For example:
- Correct: Please note we can’t help them.
- Incorrect: Please notice we can’t help them.
You also shouldn’t place a comma after “please note.” It never makes sense to include a comma in an email including it, so leave them out!
Finally, you may also use this variation:
- Kindly note
The only difference is switching “please” for “kindly.” It remains polite, but it helps you to mix things up to keep your writing as interesting as possible.