Meaning and Usage
The word '면허증' specifically refers to an official license or certificate that authorizes someone to perform certain activities, most commonly a driver's license. It is a formal document issued by an authority.
Common Contexts
You will often hear '면허증' in contexts related to driving, renting vehicles, or professional qualifications such as pilot or fishing licenses. It is a noun used in both formal and informal settings.
Collocations and Patterns
- 면허증을 잃어버리다: to lose one's license
- 면허증을 재발급 받다: to get a reissued license
- 면허증을 보여 주다: to show one's license
- 면허증을 따다: to obtain a license
These collocations are very common and useful for everyday conversations involving identification or qualification.
Register and Politeness
'면허증' is a neutral noun and can be used in polite or casual speech depending on the sentence ending. It is not a casual or slang term.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse '면허증' with '증명서' (certificate) in general. Remember, '면허증' implies official permission or license, often related to driving or professional qualifications, whereas '증명서' is a broader term for certificates.