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Testify to Meaning in English

expression

ˈtɛstəˌfaɪ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
TES-tuh-fy too, tuh, tih
tˈɛstɪfˌaɪ/ /tˈuː
TES-tih-fy too

释义

To serve as evidence for something, or to show that something is true based on personal experience or facts.

用法与细微差别

'Testify to' is slightly formal and often used in legal, academic, or professional contexts. Common with abstract nouns ('testify to the importance'), or when someone’s actions/effects serve as indirect evidence. Not the same as 'testify' alone, which often means giving evidence in court.

例句

Her actions testify to her kindness.

basic

The ruins testify to the city's ancient history.

basic

His smile testifies to his happiness.

basic

All these awards really testify to his hard work over the years.

natural

Her calm response testifies to her experience in difficult situations.

natural

The delicious meal just testified to his amazing cooking skills.

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