diploma
diploma / high school degree
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/diˈploːma/
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Cultural Note
In Italy, 'diploma' specifically refers to the high school leaving certificate obtained after the 'esame di maturità' (maturity exam) at age 19. This is different from 'laurea' (university degree). The maturità exam includes written tests and an oral examination before a commission.
📝 Example Sentences
Ha ottenuto il diploma con il massimo dei voti.
She got her diploma with the highest grades.
Senza diploma è difficile trovare lavoro.
Without a diploma it's hard to find work.
Il diploma di maturità apre le porte all'università.
The high school diploma opens the doors to university.