testifies
word · lemma: testify
Definition
'Testifies' means gives evidence as a witness in a court of law, or states something with authority as proof.
Usage & Nuances
Formal/legal verb, mostly used in legal or official contexts. Common collocations: "testifies in court," "testifies under oath." Not used for casual statements—use "says" or "tells" instead. Can also mean showing evidence of something (literary/figurative).
Spanish: testifica - declara (en juicio)Portuguese (BR): testemunha - depõePortuguese (PT): testemunha - depõeChinese (Simplified): 作证 - 证明Chinese (Traditional): 作證 - 證明Hindi: गवाही देता हैArabic: يشهد
Example Sentences
He testifies in court about what happened.
basic
The witness testifies under oath.
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She testifies that she saw the accident.
basic
Mark testifies every time he is called as a witness.
natural
This ancient document testifies to the city's long history.
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Her calm voice testifies to her confidence.
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