der Personalausweis
Translation
identity card, ID card
Examples
Bitte zeigen Sie Ihren Personalausweis.
Please show your identity card.
Mein Personalausweis ist nicht mehr gültig.
My identity card is no longer valid.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) beantragen to apply for (sth.) I need to apply for a new identity card.
((sth.)) vorzeigen to show (sth.) Could you please show your identity card?
Similar Words
Synonyms: ID-Karte
Etymology
A compound of 'Personal' (related to 'person') and 'Ausweis' (ID, from 'ausweisen' - to prove identity). Literally a 'personal proof'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Personal' + 'Ausweis'. It's the 'wise' way to prove you're a person.