Paß, Pässe
passport
Ein offizielles Dokument, das die Identität einer Person bestätigt und für Reisen ins Ausland benötigt wird.
The German word "Paß" (with the letter "ß" representing a sharp S or "Eszett"), is a noun that means "pass". The word is commonly used for "passport" ("Reisepass") or for a mountain pass ("Gebirgspass"). It can also refer to the ticket giving the owner the right to pass a control point or gain access to certain restricted areas. There are other variations of the term "Paß" depending upon context:
- "Fußballpaß" would mean a pass made to another player in football (soccer).
- "Arbeitspaß" could refer to a work permit.
Similar words in German would be "Ausweis" (ID card), "Genehmigung" (permit), or "Erlaubnis" (permission).
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Examples
Haben Sie Ihren Paß dabei?other
Do you have your passport with you?
Bitte halten Sie Ihren Paß bereit.other
Please have your passport ready.
Leider habe ich meinen Paß vergessen.other
Unfortunately, I forgot my passport.
Dein Paß ist abgelaufen.other
Your passport has expired.
Der Paß liegt auf dem Tisch.other
The passport is on the table.
Der Beamte stempelt den Paß vorsichtig ab.other
The official carefully stamps the passport.
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