Meaning

Primary

Proof

Alternatives

Prove, Verify

Word Type

noun, の adjective, verbal noun

Explanation

Is the evidence bright enough to convince me? Is this really proof enough to prove it?

Reading

しょうめい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Patterns of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 証明をもらう

    to receive certification

    証明を受ける

    to obtain certification

    証明をする

    to prove, to provide verification

Context Sentences

クリステンが正真正めいの箱入りむすめであることが証明された。

We have verification that Kristen is truly the well-protected daughter of a respectable family.

何か身分を証明できる物は持っていますか?

Do you have something to verify your identity?

テキストフグとワニカニの各コースが修了するごとに、修了証明書のようなものが受け取れた方がいいですか?

Would you rather receive some sort of certificate proving you finished the TextFugu and WaniKani courses?

Kanji Composition