Il tesserino identificativo



Example: Devo mostrare il tesserino identificativo al lavoro ogni giorno.

Definition


"Il tesserino identificativo" is a small identification card typically used in workplaces or secure areas to verify a person's identity and grant access. It usually contains a photo, name, and role, serving as proof that the holder is authorized to be in a specific location.

Translations


  • the identification badge
  • el carné de identidad
  • de identificatiekaart
  • el carnet d'identificació
  • la carte d'identité
  • der Dienstausweis
  • o crachá de identificação

Etymology


The phrase "il tesserino identificativo" comes from Italian, where "tesserino" is a diminutive of "tessera," meaning card or badge, originally derived from Latin "testa" meaning a tile or shard used for writing. "Identificativo" relates to identification, stemming from Latin "identificare," meaning to make identical or recognize. Did you know? The use of identification cards became widespread in the 20th century as workplaces and institutions sought better security measures.

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