diplôme
/di.plom/masculine
The English phrase 'diploma' is translated into French as diplôme.
diplôme is a masculine noun used to refer to a certificate.
Meaning: certificate (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
To form the plural, add an 's' to the end to get diplômes, though the pronunciation does not change.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has two syllables and is pronounced /di.plom/.
What mistakes should you avoid?
When writing, do not forget the circumflex accent (ˆ) on the 'o'. The correct spelling is diplôme.
Did you know?
- The Greek root of diplôme originally referred to a piece of paper that had been folded in two.
- While a diplôme is the qualification, the physical paper is often called a parchemin, meaning 'parchment'.
- In many French-speaking countries, the word diplôme can refer to an entire academic degree, such as a 'Bachelor's' or 'Master's', rather than just a single piece of paper.
Examples in context
- Je dispose d'un diplôme.I have a diploma.This sentence is useful for stating that you possess a diplôme.Tatoeba #5606056 by sacredceltic, translation #2767500 by _undertoad
- Félicitations pour ton diplôme !Congratulations on your diploma.This sentence is useful for congratulating someone on their diplôme.Tatoeba #4947788 by sacredceltic, translation #2897100 by megamanenm
- J'ai obtenu mon diplôme de doctorat en physique.I obtained my doctorate degree in physics.
- Le brevet d'études professionnelles est requis pour ce poste.The professional studies certificate is required for this position.
- Mon fils vient de recevoir son bac, c'est un grand jour pour lui !My son just received his high school diploma, it's a big day for him!
- Il a enfin reçu son diplôme.He finally received his diploma.
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Example conversation
Manon and Lucas are talking about their career goals.
- ManonTu as déjà ton diplôme ?Do you have your diploma already?
- LucasNon, je dois encore passer un examen.No, I still have to take an exam.
- ManonBonne chance pour l'obtenir, Lucas !Good luck getting it, Lucas!
- LucasMerci, Manon, c'est gentil.Thanks, Manon, that's kind.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “diploma” translations and entries diplôme, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries diplôme, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
