Certifies Meaning in English
word · lemma: certify
ˈsɝtəˌfaɪz
SUR-tuh-fyze
sˈɜːtɪfˌaɪz
SUR-tif-eyez
Definition
Declares officially that something is true, correct, or meets a standard, often by writing or formal approval.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally, especially in legal, academic, or professional settings. Common collocations: 'certifies that', 'certifies the document', 'this certificate certifies'. Not used for informal confirmations (use 'confirms' in casual speech).
Spanish: certificaPortuguese (BR): certificaPortuguese (PT): certificaChinese (Simplified): 认证Chinese (Traditional): 認證Hindi: प्रमाणित करता हैArabic: يُصادقBengali: সার্টিফাই করে - প্রত্যয়ন করেRussian: заверяет - удостоверяет - свидетельствуетJapanese: 認定する - 証明するVietnamese: chứng nhận - xác nhận (chính thức)Korean: 인증하다 - 증명하다Turkish: tasdik eder - onaylarUrdu: تصدیق کرتا ہے - تصدیق کرتی ہےIndonesian: mengakui secara resmi - mengesahkan
Example Sentences
The doctor certifies that you are healthy.
basic
The school certifies your graduation.
basic
This certificate certifies your English level.
basic
The lawyer certifies the authenticity of the documents.
natural
A notary certifies that the signer is who they claim to be.
natural
Only a professional organization certifies this type of training.
natural