English–Chinese

“id” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinzhèng jiàn

Example

上飞机需要出示证件。shàng fēi jī xū yào chū shì zhèng jiàn

You need to show your ID to board the plane.

Illustration for 证件 (id)

How to say “id” in Chinese

“Id” in Chinese is 证件 (zhèng jiàn).

An accepted document, card, or digital record that proves identity, status, or qualification.

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

Example sentences with 证件

请随身携带证件以备检查。qǐng suí shēn xié dài zhèng jiàn yǐ bèi jiǎn chá

Please carry your ID with you in case it needs to be checked.

Tips for using 证件

  • English speakers often hear "ID" as one identity card, but this Chinese noun covers a whole class of accepted proof, so the specific item is named separately when precision matters.

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