Der Pass
Example: Ich habe meinen Pass für den Flug zum Flughafen mitgebracht.
Definition
"Der Pass" refers to a passport, an official document issued by a government that certifies a person's identity and citizenship, allowing them to travel internationally and re-enter their home country.
Etymology
The word "der Pass" in German comes from the French word 'passeport,' which itself derives from the phrase 'passer le port,' meaning 'to pass the port.' This reflects the document's original use for allowing travelers to pass through ports and borders.
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"Der Pass" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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