証
Meanings
General term for something that demonstrates a fact or claim. Often used in legal, logical, or everyday contexts.
Proof of his innocence has not yet been found.
The photograph served as evidence for his claim.
certificate; license; ID card
Used as a suffix to form words for official documents, permits, or cards that prove status or permission. Common in compounds like 学生証 (student ID) or 免許証 (license).
You need your student ID card to enter the library.
Please carry your driver's license when driving.
Buddhist term for spiritual awakening or realization. Rare in everyday language; mainly encountered in religious or philosophical contexts.
It is said that he attained enlightenment after many years of training.
symptoms (Chinese medicine); patient's condition
Technical term in traditional Chinese medicine referring to the pattern of symptoms or the patient's overall condition. Not used in standard modern medical contexts.
In Kampo medicine, the prescription is determined according to the patient's symptom pattern.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉の証となるto serve as proof of something
His tears served as proof of genuine regret.
- 証を提示するto show one's ID or certificate
Please show your ID when entering the building.
- 証を発行するto issue a certificate or license
The university issues certificates to its graduates.