略写 (lüè xiě) is a verb meaning 'to write concisely' or 'to summarize in writing.' It combines 略 (lüè), meaning 'brief,' 'slight,' or 'to omit,' and 写 (xiě), meaning 'to write.' Together, they convey the intentional act of condensing content — cutting unnecessary details while preserving core meaning. This word emphasizes purposeful brevity, not carelessness or incompleteness.

It’s commonly used in academic, professional, and everyday contexts — for example, when taking notes, drafting reports, or responding to emails. Unlike casual abbreviations, 略写 implies conscious editing: removing examples, repetitions, or tangential points to enhance clarity and efficiency. It’s often contrasted with 详写 (xiáng xiě, 'to write in detail') and appears in instructions like '请略写摘要' ('Please write a concise summary'). The term carries a neutral-to-formal register and is frequently paired with nouns like 摘要 (summary), 笔记 (notes), or 回复 (reply).