das Diplom
Translation
diploma, degree certificate
Examples
Er hat sein Diplom in Ingenieurwesen gemacht.
He got his diploma in engineering.
Für diesen Job braucht man ein Diplom.
You need a diploma for this job.
Grammar Patterns
to have/get a diploma in ((sth.)) to have a degree in a subject He has a diploma in physics.
to need a diploma for ((sth.)) to require a degree for a job You need a diploma for this position.
Similar Words
certificate, degree, qualification
Etymology
From Greek 'díplōma' (folded paper), via Latin 'diploma'. It's a direct cognate with English 'diploma'.
Memory Tips
It looks and sounds almost identical to the English word 'diploma,' making it very easy to remember.