diploma
diploma, degree
Intermediate Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/dʒi.ˈplõ.mɐ/
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Cultural Note
In Brazil, foreign diplomas must go through a process called 'revalidação' (revalidation) to be recognized, which can be lengthy and expensive. This affects many immigrants who hold degrees from their home countries.
📝 Example Sentences
Ela recebeu o diploma de engenharia.
She received her engineering degree.
O diploma está pendurado na parede do escritório.
The diploma is hanging on the office wall.
Ter um diploma não garante emprego.
Having a degree doesn't guarantee a job.