verify credentials
[/vɛrɪfaɪ krɪˈdɛnʃəlz/]
verb phrase
verificar credenciais
1. to confirm or check the authenticity, validity, or accuracy of someone's qualifications, documents, or identity
The bank will verify credentials before opening a new account.
O banco verificará credenciais antes de abrir uma nova conta.
2. to authenticate someone's professional qualifications or certifications
We need to verify credentials of all new employees during the hiring process.
Precisamos verificar as credenciais de todos os novos funcionários durante o processo de contratação.
3. to validate login information or security details for system access
The system will verify credentials to grant access to the platform.
O sistema verificará as credenciais para conceder acesso à plataforma.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, 'verify credentials' is essential in hiring, finance, and digital security. Brazil emphasizes this in government services and banking regulations. In the USA, it's particularly critical in healthcare, education, and financial institutions due to compliance requirements. The phrase has become increasingly important post-2020 due to remote work and digital authentication needs.
NYC Slang
check someone's creds
Related Idioms & Phrases
put someone's credentials to the test
stake one's credentials on something
credentials speak for themselves
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