How Do You Spell CERTIFICATE?

Pronunciation: [sətˈɪfɪkət] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "certificate" can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable is pronounced with a short "er" as in "her" sound ( /ˈsɜːrtɪfɪkət/ ), the second syllable has a long "ih" sound as in "it" ( / -sə-kayt/ ) and the final syllable has a soft "ut" sound as in "cut" ( / -kət/ ). The word "certificate" refers to an official document that confirms someone's achievement or completion of a course or program.

CERTIFICATE Meaning and Definition

1. A certificate is a formal, written document issued by an authorized institution to validate or confirm a particular fact, achievement, or qualification. It serves as documentary evidence to support claims made by individuals or organizations in various contexts.

   Certificates can be issued for a wide range of purposes, depending on the field or industry. For example, educational institutions may issue certificates to students upon successful completion of a course or program. These certificates verify the individual's level of education or specialized training in a specific subject or field of study.

   In professional settings, certificates may be obtained to demonstrate competence or proficiency in a particular skill or area. For instance, individuals can earn certifications in areas such as project management, language proficiency, computer programming, or medical specialties. These certifications provide tangible proof of their expertise and can enhance their career prospects.

   Certificates can also serve legal purposes, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, or death certificates. These official documents record vital information related to personal events and are often required for official transactions or legal proceedings.

   Overall, certificates are formal documents that offer legitimate evidence or acknowledgment of an individual's accomplishments, qualifications, or legal status. They contribute to establishing credibility, enhancing career opportunities, and facilitating smooth bureaucratic processes in various spheres of life.

2. • A declaration in writing to testify something; a testimonial of character.

   • To give a status or position to by a written declaration, as to a parishioner by a clergyman, or to a teacher by the Committee of Privy Council on Education.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for CERTIFICATE *

• certifiate 21.493027%
• certifcate 15.9967186%
• certficate 8.2034454%
• certifictae 7.7932731%
• certificat 5.5783429%
• cirtificate 5.3322395%
• cerificate 4.347826%
• cetificate 3.6915504%
• certifacte 2.6251025%
• certicate 2.1328958%
• sertificate 2.1328958%
• certifacate 1.8047579%
• certificte 1.3945857%
• certiifcate 1.3125512%
• ceritificate 0.9844134%
• certifiacte 0.9844134%
• cretificate 0.8203445%
• certifcarte 0.6562756%
• certificit 0.6562756%
• cerrtificate 0.5742411%
• certrificate 0.4922067%
• certifciate 0.4922067%
• certififcate 0.4101722%
• ceritifcate 0.4101722%
• certificae 0.3281378%
• certificcate 0.3281378%
• cirtifacate 0.3281378%
• certifiicate 0.2461033%
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• certifiecate 0.2461033%
• certifica 0.1640689%
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• ciritificate 0.1640689%
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• certifcates 0.1640689%
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• certiificate 0.1640689%
• certiicate 0.1640689%
• certificut 0.1640689%
• certifivate 0.1640689%
• certyificate 0.1640689%
• certificiate 0.73831%
• certifical 0.0820344%
• certifate 0.0820344%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of CERTIFICATE

The word "certificate" derives from the Latin word "certificatus", the past participle of the verb "certificare", which means "to make certain, to attest, to verify". This Latin term is a combination of "certus" (meaning "certain") and "facere" (meaning "to make"). In essence, the word "certificate" originally referred to a document that was issued to confirm or establish certainty about something. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various types of official documents that provide evidence, verification, or authorization.

Similar spelling words for CERTIFICATE

• certification,
• certifiable,
• certificatory,
• certified,
• certificated,
• certified milk.

Plural form of CERTIFICATE is CERTIFICATES

Conjugate verb Certificate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT

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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

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FUTURE

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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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IMPERATIVE

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NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to certificate

PAST CONTINUOUS

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PAST PARTICIPLE

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PRESENT

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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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PRESENT PARTICIPLE

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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it certificate

SIMPLE PAST

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