das Attest
Translation
certificate, doctor's note, testimonial
Examples
Ich brauche ein Attest vom Arzt.
I need a doctor's note.
Bitte legen Sie ein ärztliches Attest vor.
Please present a medical certificate.
Grammar Patterns
a note ((from sb.)) I need a note from the doctor.
a note ((for sth.)) She needs a note for school.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Bescheinigung, das Zeugnis, das Zertifikat
Etymology
From Latin 'attestari' (to bear witness to). Cognate with the English verb 'to attest'.
Memory Tips
Think of a document that 'attests' to a fact, like a medical condition. A doctor's note 'attests' that you were sick.