证书

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Meaning and Usage

The word 证书 (zhèngshū) refers to an official document that certifies qualifications, achievements, or identity. It is commonly used for diplomas, certificates of completion, licenses, and other formal proofs.

Common Contexts

You will often hear 证书 in educational and professional settings, such as receiving a diploma after graduation or a certificate after passing an exam. It implies official recognition and is usually a physical document.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 毕业证书 (bìyè zhèngshū): diploma received after graduation
  • 资格证书 (zīgé zhèngshū): qualification certificate
  • 证书 (zhèngshū biānhào): certificate number

These collocations highlight the formal and official nature of 证书.

Usage Tips

When using 证书, it is important to note that it always refers to a tangible document, not just any proof or evidence. Avoid confusing it with 证明 (zhèngmíng), which means to prove or evidence something but is not necessarily a document. 证书 is often kept carefully because it represents official recognition.

Example Sentences

He obtained the certificate for the English proficiency exam.

After graduation, you will receive a diploma.

Please keep the certificate in a safe place.