high school diploma
/haɪ skuːl dɪˈploʊ.mə/
Meaning
The official document or certificate awarded to a student upon successful completion of high school (secondary education, usually around age 18). It is typically required to apply for jobs or higher education.
Examples
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You need a high school diploma or equivalent to apply for this entry-level position.
You need a high school diploma or equivalent to apply for this entry-level position.
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She proudly framed her high school diploma and hung it on her bedroom wall.
She proudly framed her high school diploma and hung it on her bedroom wall.
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After receiving his high school diploma, he decided to enter the workforce immediately.
After receiving his high school diploma, he decided to enter the workforce immediately.
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Even without a high school diploma, he managed to build a very successful business.
Even without a high school diploma, he managed to build a very successful business.
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To get your high school diploma, you must pass all the required state exams.
To get your high school diploma, you must pass all the required state exams.
Common Mistakes
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✗ He received his high school title last week.
✓ He received his high school diploma last week.
'Title' is a literal translation from some languages (e.g., Spanish 'título' or French 'titre'). In English, the qualification document is a 'diploma' or 'certificate'.
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✗ You cannot enter university without a high school career.
✓ You cannot enter university without a high school diploma.
'Career' refers to your professional work history over time. The certificate you get when you finish school is a 'diploma'.
Related Expressions
Practice
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Most universities require applicants to have a ___ before they can enroll.
💡 The official document of secondary school completion.
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high school diploma
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He lost his physical ___ and had to request a replacement copy from his old school.
💡 The graduation certificate from secondary school.
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high school diploma