Spanish · Travel & Places
Pasaporte
Passport
Beginnernoun
Definition
An official document certifying identity when travelling abroad.
Example
No olvides tu pasaporte.
Don't forget your passport.
Etymology
'Pasaporte' comes from the Latin 'passus' meaning 'to pass' and 'portare' meaning 'to carry'. Its usage has evolved with international travel, reflecting global mobility from the late medieval period onward.
How & Where It’s Used
'Pasaporte' is predominantly used in formal contexts related to travel and identification. Its mention is common in both written documents and spoken conversations concerning immigration and travel.