certify
gb/sˈɚtəfˌaɪ/ us/sˈɚtəfˌaɪ/
B2
Angol
~ 4600
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Ige
B2
action
1
Officially confirm something is true
To say in an official way that something is true or correct.
Használati minta:
to certify [something] as [true/correct/safe]
Gyakori hiba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'certify' with 'certificate'. 'Certify' is the action; a 'certificate' is the document you receive.
Szinonimák
validate (Often used in technical or procedural contexts to confirm correctness or legality.)
Antonimák
disprove (To show that something is not true or correct.)
Szókapcsolatok
certify the results
|certify the accuracy
|certify compliance
|certify authenticity
Témák
business
|law
|documentation
|core_vocabulary
Példák
- The inspector certified that the building was safe for occupation.
- The lab certified the purity of the water samples.
- The bank certified the check before processing it.
- The teacher certified the student's attendance record.
- An expert certified the painting as genuine.
Példák tanulóknak
- The doctor certified the man was healthy.
- The school certified her exam results.
- The shop certified the gold ring was real.
- The company certified the product was safe.
Ige
B2
action
2
Officially approve someone's qualifications
To say in an official way that a person has the skills or knowledge for a job or activity.
Használati minta:
to certify [someone] as [a role/qualified]
Gyakori hiba:
Some learners mistakenly use 'certify' when they mean 'train'. Training is the process; certifying is the official approval after training.
Szinonimák
accredit (Often used for institutions or programs, but also for individuals in certain professions.)
Antonimák
disqualify (To officially declare someone not suitable for a role or activity.)
Szókapcsolatok
certify a teacher
|certify a nurse
|certify a mechanic
|certify a pilot
Témák
education
|employment
|training
|work
|business
Példák
- The board certified her as a licensed architect.
- Only certified electricians are allowed to work on this project.
- The association certified him as a fitness trainer.
- The agency certified hundreds of new teachers this year.
Példák tanulóknak
- The school certified her as a teacher.
- They certified him as a driver.
- The group certified her as a guide.
- We certified him as a coach.
Ige
formal
C1
action
3
Formally declare in writing
To write and sign to say something is true, often for law or rules.
Használati minta:
to certify in writing that [clause]
Szinonimák
attest (More common in formal and legal contexts, especially with signed documents.)
Antonimák
deny (To state that something is not true, often opposing a certification.)
Szókapcsolatok
certify under oath
|certify in writing
|certify the statement
Témák
law
|administration
|communication
|business
Példák
- I hereby certify that the above information is accurate.
- She certified under oath that she had never met the defendant.
- The clerk certified the document before it was filed.
Példák tanulóknak
- I certify this letter is true.
- He certified the note was correct.
- She certified her name on the form.
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Szótári alak
certify
IPA
GB/sˈɚtəfˌaɪ/
US/sˈɚtəfˌaɪ/
Szótagolás és hangsúly
cer - ti - fy (3 szótag)
Stress on 1st syllable (cer)
Szóalakok
Verb
- Base: certify
- 3rd Person Singular: certifies
- Present Participle: certifying
- Past: certified
Szócsalád
Forms
certifies
verb
certifying
verb
certified
verb
Core family
certificate
noun A2
certification
noun B1
Related words
certifier
noun
certifiable
adjective
Negative and opposite forms
uncertified
adjective
decertify
verb
Advanced or less common
recertify
verb
recertification
noun
Kifejezések
certified copy
1/sˈɚtəfˌaɪd kˈɑpi/
fixed phrase
Officially verified document copy
A copy of a paper that is checked and signed to show it is the same as the original.
Példák
- We need a certified copy of your birth certificate.
- She brought a certified copy of her degree for the application.
certified mail
1/sˈɚtəfˌaɪd mˈeɪl/
fixed phrase
Postal service with proof of delivery
A type of mail that gives proof it was sent and received.
Példák
- You should send those documents by certified mail to be safe.
- The lawyer requested that all notices be sent via certified mail.
get certified
1/ɡˈɛt sˈɚtəfˌaɪd/
fixed phrase
Obtain official qualification recognition
To pass tests or meet rules so you can work in a job or activity.
Példák
- He wants to get certified as a scuba diving instructor.
- You must get certified before handling hazardous materials.