Duly is an adverb. In the context of this expression, it means in the proper way and at the correct time. To “note” something means to record it. For example, a secretary might make sure that the minutes of a meeting are duly noted, written down in the proper manner.
Where does duly noted come from?
Duly is the adverbial form of the adjective due. It means either properly or punctually, and can be replaced by either word felicitously. So duly noted means correctly or appropriately recorded.
What can I say instead of duly noted?
Some words and expression that you might use in place of duly noted include:
- Officially documented/ recorded.
- Duly recorded.
- Properly reflected.
- Point taken.
- Registered.
- Acknowledged.
- At the proper time.
- Taken into consideration.
