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“certificate” in German

German

AlsoUrkunde · Zertifikat

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃaɪ̯n/

Example

Der Schein dient als Nachweis.

The certificate serves as proof.

Illustration for Schein (certificate)

How to say “certificate” in German

“Certificate” in German is Schein.

A visible form that stands for what it shows, from official proof to an outward appearance.

Full entry for Schein: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Schein

Ohne gültigen Schein darf man die Einrichtung nicht betreten.

Without a valid certificate, one may not enter the facility.

Tips for using Schein

  • Schein commonly forms compounds such as Führerschein and Geldschein, whose first element specifies the kind of document or paper meant.

Other German words for “certificate”

Sie bekam eine Urkunde.

She received a certificate.

Ich habe zwei Zertifikate bekommen.

I received two certificates.

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