B2nouneducationwork
US/sərˈtɪf.ə.kət/
UK/səˈtɪf.ɪ.kət/
an official paper that proves a fact about you, or that you have passed a course or exam
In context
You need an IELTS certificate to apply for this scholarship.
Bring your birth certificate when you apply for a passport.
Everyone who finishes the course will receive a certificate.
Words that go with certificate
noun + noun
- birth certificateThe school asked for a copy of her birth certificate.
- marriage certificateThey got their marriage certificate at the ward office.
verb + noun
- receive a certificateVolunteers receive a certificate at the end of the program.
- issue a certificateThe ministry will issue a certificate within two weeks.
adjective + noun
- medical certificateYou need a medical certificate if you miss the exam.
noun + preposition
- certificate inShe has a certificate in English teaching.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have a TOEIC degree.Correct: I have a TOEIC certificate.