La tarjeta de identificación
Example: Necesito mostrar la tarjeta de identificación para entrar.
Definition
"La tarjeta de identificación" is an official card used to verify a person's identity, often required for security purposes. It contains personal information and sometimes a photograph, enabling institutions to confirm the holder’s identity before granting access or services.
Etymology
The term "la tarjeta de identificación" comes from Spanish, where "tarjeta" means 'card' and "identificación" means 'identification.' The word "tarjeta" originates from the Italian 'tartella,' a diminutive of 'tarta,' meaning a small piece of paper or card, while "identificación" derives from the Latin 'identificare,' meaning to make identical or recognize. Did you know that identification cards have been used since the early 20th century to improve security and personal verification?
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