Living proof Meaning in English
expression
ˈɫɪvɪŋ/ /ˈpɹuf
LIV-ing PROOF
lˈɪvɪŋ/ /pɹˈuːf
LIV-ing PROOF
Definition
A person or thing that clearly shows something is true because they exist or have experienced it; real evidence you can see.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used about people as 'living proof that...', also applies to animals/things. Slightly emphatic and positive. Common for inspiring stories or highlighting unexpected successes. Not used for physical evidence (use 'evidence' or 'proof').
Spanish: prueba vivientePortuguese (BR): prova vivaPortuguese (PT): prova vivaChinese (Simplified): 活生生的证明Chinese (Traditional): 活生生的證明Hindi: जीता-जागता सबूतArabic: دليل حيBengali: জীবন্ত প্রমাণRussian: живое доказательствоJapanese: 生き証人 - 生きた証拠Vietnamese: bằng chứng sốngKorean: 살아 있는 증거Turkish: canlı kanıtUrdu: زندہ ثبوتIndonesian: bukti hidup
Example Sentences
She is living proof that hard work pays off.
basic
This old tree is living proof of nature's strength.
basic
You are living proof that dreams can come true.
basic
After everything he's been through, he's living proof you can survive anything.
natural
My grandma's living proof that age is just a number.
natural
You're living proof that second chances work.
natural