Words / B2

konf-uh-MAYSHUN/ˌkɒnfəˈmeɪʃn/

Confirmation is a statement or document that something is true or booked: a booking confirmation, confirmation of the result. Confirm is the verb (already in the dictionary). Proof is stronger and more legal; a reminder is weaker. Confirmation is also a Christian ceremony. In speech, they said yes / the booking email is enough. Do not treat a confirmation email as a contract on its own unless the small print says so, and do not confuse it with conformation (shape — a rare mix-up).

Meaning

A statement or document that something is true or booked; also a Christian ceremony.

Examples

• “I received confirmation of my flight by email.”
• “No confirmation arrived, so she rang the hotel before setting off.”
• “Written confirmation of the grade was posted after the oral exam, not on the day.”

Good to know

Proof that it is true or booked. Verb: confirm. Everyday: they said yes / the booking email. Also a Christian ceremony.

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