Il diploma
Example: Ho ricevuto il diploma alla fine della scuola.
Definition
"Il diploma" refers to the official document awarded to someone who has successfully completed a course of study, typically at the end of high school or university. It certifies the holder's academic achievement and qualification in a specific field or level of education.
Etymology
The word "il diploma" comes from the Greek 'diplōma,' meaning 'folded paper or official document.' It passed into Latin as 'diploma,' referring to a letter or certificate. Did you know? The term originally referred to a document folded in two, which is why it retained the idea of an official certificate.
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