Prouva (en. Proved)

/pʁu.va/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The act of demonstrating the truth of a statement.
His proof was accepted by the court.
Sa prouva a été acceptée par le tribunal.
Tangible sign or testimony of a reality.
The documents are the proof of his innocence.
Les documents sont la prouva de son innocence.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'prouver' which originates from the Latin 'probare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to prove it
To demonstrate something indisputably.
faire la prouva
to have the proof of it
To have certainty or proof of something.
en avoir la prouva
to look for a proof
To try to find a proof or support for a hypothesis.
chercher une prouva

Related Words

prove
To demonstrate the truth or veracity of something.
prouver
proof
An element used to establish the reality of something.
preuve

Slang Meanings

Exaggerated confidence in one's demonstration abilities.
He is so self-assured that he even makes proofs.
Il est tellement sûr de lui qu'il fait même des prouvas.
To have solid evidence.
She always comes up with solid proofs.
Elle arrive toujours avec des prouvas en béton.