die Referenz
Translation
references, credentials, testimonials, citations
Examples
Er hat gute Referenzen von früheren Arbeitgebern.
He has good references from previous employers.
Bitte geben Sie Ihre Referenzen am Ende an.
Please state your references at the end.
Grammar Patterns
to have/get references ((from sb.)) He has good references from previous employers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Empfehlung (recommendation), das Zeugnis (testimonial); Antonyms: none
Etymology
From Latin 'referre' (to carry back, relate). Cognate with the English word 'reference'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'referring' someone to a past employer for a recommendation or to a source for information.