Witness for Meaning in English
expression
WIT-nuss FOR, FUR, FURR
WIT-nuss FAW
Definition
To give evidence or speak in support of someone or something, especially in a legal setting or to express belief or support.
Usage & Nuances
Often legal, as in 'witness for the defense', but can also be religious or general support. Usually followed by the person or group being supported. Do not confuse with 'witness' as a noun meaning 'a person who sees something happen'.
Spanish: ser testigo de - testificar a favor dePortuguese (BR): testemunhar a favor dePortuguese (PT): testemunhar a favor deChinese (Simplified): 为…作证Chinese (Traditional): 為…作證Hindi: के पक्ष में गवाही देनाArabic: يشهد لصالحBengali: পক্ষে সাক্ষ্য দেওয়াRussian: давать показания в пользуJapanese: 〜のために証言するVietnamese: làm chứng choKorean: ~를 위해 증언하다Turkish: lehine tanıklık etmekUrdu: کے حق میں گواہی دیناIndonesian: bersaksi untuk
Example Sentences
She was called to witness for her friend in court.
basic
I can witness for his honesty.
basic
Many people came to witness for the organization.
basic
He agreed to witness for the defense during the trial.
natural
She's always happy to witness for her faith in public.
natural
Could you witness for me if anybody asks about last night?
natural