proves
word · lemma: prove
/ˈpɹuvz/
proovz
/pɹˈuːvz/
proovz
Definition
Shows that something is true by giving facts, evidence, or results. It can also mean showing that you are able to do something successfully.
Usage & Nuances
'Proves' is the third-person singular form of 'prove'. Common patterns are 'prove that...', 'prove something to someone', and 'prove yourself'. 'Prove' is stronger than 'show' and often suggests evidence, not just appearance.
Spanish: demuestra - compruebaPortuguese (BR): prova - comprovaPortuguese (PT): prova - comprovaChinese (Simplified): 证明 - 证实Chinese (Traditional): 證明 - 證實Hindi: साबित करता है - प्रमाणित करता हैArabic: يثبت - يبرهنBengali: প্রমাণ করেRussian: доказываетJapanese: 証明するVietnamese: chứng minhKorean: 증명한다Turkish: kanıtlarUrdu: ثابت کرتا ہےIndonesian: membuktikan
Example Sentences
He always overexplains, as if that proves he's innocent.
natural
This test proves the water is clean.
basic
She proves her point with clear facts.
basic
Hard work proves that he is serious.
basic
That kind of reaction proves I touched a nerve.
natural
If this deal goes through, it proves we made the right call.
natural