Tell the truth Meaning in English
expression
ˈtɛɫ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtɹuθ
TEL thuh TROOTH
tˈɛl/ /ðə, ði/ /tɹˈuːθ
TEL thuh TROOTH
Definition
To state what is actually true, without lying or hiding information. Used when someone is expected or encouraged to be honest.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both formal and informal situations; can be used to encourage honesty or admit something. Typical phrases: 'to tell the truth', 'just tell the truth', 'did you tell the truth?'. Often used when honesty is in question.
Spanish: decir la verdadPortuguese (BR): dizer a verdadePortuguese (PT): dizer a verdadeChinese (Simplified): 说实话Chinese (Traditional): 說實話Hindi: सच बोलनाArabic: قول الحقيقةBengali: সত্যি বলা - সত্য বলাRussian: сказать правдуJapanese: 本当のことを言うVietnamese: nói sự thậtKorean: 진실을 말하다Turkish: doğruyu söylemekUrdu: سچ بتاناIndonesian: berbicara jujur - mengatakan yang sebenarnya
Example Sentences
Please tell the truth about what happened.
basic
I always tell the truth to my friends.
basic
It is important to tell the truth in court.
basic
If you can't tell the truth, people won't trust you.
natural
She looked nervous, but finally decided to tell the truth.
natural
I know it's hard, but just tell the truth and everything will be fine.
natural