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sticker / badge
A small, flat disk made of metal or plastic with an inscription or symbol, used as proof, identification, or an award.
Mein Auto hat die Hauptuntersuchung bestanden und eine neue TÜV-Plakette bekommen.
My car passed the vehicle inspection and got a new TÜV sticker.
In everyday German life, 'Plakette' (sticker/badge) is especially important in connection with cars. The 'TÜV-Plakette' (TÜV sticker) on the license plate shows when the next vehicle inspection is due.
Ohne gültige Plakette darf man das Auto nicht fahren.
You are not allowed to drive the car without a valid sticker.
Common types of 'Plaketten' are the 'TÜV-Plakette' (TÜV sticker) and the 'Umweltplakette' (emissions sticker) for cars. Verbs often used with 'Plakette' are 'bekommen' (to get), 'erhalten' (to receive), 'anbringen' (to attach), or 'aufkleben' (to stick on).
Für die Einfahrt in die Innenstadt braucht man eine grüne Umweltplakette.
To drive into the city center, you need a green emissions sticker.
A 'Plakette' (sticker/badge) is more than just a sticker. It serves as official proof or certification. It confirms that an inspection has been passed or that an authorization exists.
Diese Plakette bestätigt, dass das Gerät geprüft und sicher ist.
This badge confirms that the device has been inspected and is safe.
medal
Both words can refer to a small, flat award made of metal or plastic. A Medaille is usually round and is awarded as a prize for a special achievement. A Plakette is more general and can also serve as proof or identification. Medaille is therefore especially suitable for a sports prize.
Nach dem bestandenen Wettbewerb erhielt Lena eine Plakette mit ihrem Namen.
After passing the competition, Lena received a plaque bearing her name.
Nach dem gewonnenen Rennen bekam Lena eine Medaille als Preis.
After winning the race, Lena received a medal as a prize.
