Certification: meaning, definitions and examples

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certification

 

[ ˌsɜː.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

obtaining official recognition

Certification is the process of obtaining official recognition for possessing certain qualifications or meeting certain standards. It serves as proof of competency in a particular area.

Synonyms

accreditation, endorsement, qualification

Examples of usage

  • Many professions require certification to ensure quality standards are met.
  • She proudly displayed her certification on the wall of her office.
Context #2 | Noun

document proving qualification

A certification is also the document that proves someone's qualification or achievement. It typically includes details such as the name of the recipient, the date obtained, and the issuing organization.

Synonyms

diploma, document, license

Examples of usage

  • He framed his certification and hung it in his office.
  • She carries her certification with her to job interviews.

Translations

Translations of the word "certification" in other languages:

🇵🇹 certificação

🇮🇳 प्रमाणन

🇩🇪 Zertifizierung

🇮🇩 sertifikasi

🇺🇦 сертифікація

🇵🇱 certyfikacja

🇯🇵 認証 (にんしょう)

🇫🇷 certification

🇪🇸 certificación

🇹🇷 sertifikasyon

🇰🇷 인증

🇸🇦 شهادة

🇨🇿 certifikace

🇸🇰 certifikácia

🇨🇳 认证 (rènzhèng)

🇸🇮 certifikacija

🇮🇸 vottun

🇰🇿 сертификаттау

🇬🇪 სერტიფიცირება

🇦🇿 sertifikatlaşdırma

🇲🇽 certificación

Word origin

The term 'certification' originated from the Latin word 'certificatio', which means 'the act of making certain'. The concept of certification has been around for centuries, with various trades and professions requiring individuals to prove their competence. Today, certification plays a crucial role in ensuring standards are met across industries.

See also: certificate, certified, certifier.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,523, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.