plural noun
More than one official or important piece of writing that gives information or proves something.
The documents were securely locked in a cabinet.
The documents needed to be signed and dated.
American English
How to pronounce documents
noun · verbB1Very common word
DAHKyuhmnts
/ˈdɑk.jə.mn̩ts/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of document
Documents can be a plural noun or the third-person singular present form of document.
More than one official or important piece of writing that gives information or proves something.
What to listen for
“documents” is commonly pronounced /ˈdɑk.jə.mn̩ts/. You may also hear /ˈdɑk.ju.mn̩ts/.
Common pronunciation/ˈdɑk.jə.mn̩ts/
Less common pronunciation/ˈdɑk.ju.mn̩ts/
Meanings & examples
plural noun
More than one computer file containing text, pictures, or other information.
I saved the documents in a folder on my laptop.
Open the documents and check the last page of each one.
third-person singular verb
Records information about something in writing, pictures, or video.
This video documents how the project developed.
The camera documents the birds' behavior throughout the day.
third-person singular verb
Shows that something is true by providing records or other evidence.
The report documents serious safety problems.
The study documents a clear link between stress and poor sleep.
Useful expressions
papers or files that give extra information or proof
Please send the supporting documents with your application.
Related words & forms
Drop the final e before -ing: documenting.