GED
/xed/from spelling rules
In Spanish, GED refers to a high school equivalency credential for people who did not graduate from a traditional high school.
When discussing having this credential in Spanish, the verb tener is the appropriate choice to use alongside terms like Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria or Titulación de Educación Secundaria.
How do you pronounce it?
/xed/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, the equivalent of a 'GED' is often called bachillerato, but this term also refers to the standard high school diploma earned by traditional students.
- While título refers to the GED diploma, the same word is used to describe the 'title' of a movie or a champion's 'title' in a boxing match.
- While 'GED' is a specific American credential, a Mexican speaker might use the term acreditación to focus on the legal validation of their skills rather than the document itself.
Examples in context
- Tengo la Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria para acceder a mejores oportunidades laborales.I have a High School Equivalency to access better job opportunities.
- Él está estudiando para el GED.He is studying for the GED.
- Necesito obtener mi GED para entrar a la universidad.I need to get my GED to enter college.
- ¿Ya terminaste los exámenes del GED?Did you finish the GED exams already?
Example conversation
Alejandro and Lucía are talking about their education goals.
- AlejandroLucía, ¿estás estudiando para el GED?Lucía, are you studying for the GED?
- LucíaSí, quiero terminar mis estudios.Yes, I want to finish my studies.
- AlejandroEs una buena idea, Alejandro te ayudará.It is a good idea, Alejandro will help you.
- LucíaGracias, espero pasar el examen pronto.Thanks, I hope to pass the exam soon.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
