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    Testigos (en. Witnesses)

    /tesˈtiɣos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Individuals who witness an event or fact and can testify about it.
    The witnesses of the accident testified at the trial.
    Los testigos del accidente declararon en el juicio.
    People called to testify in a court.
    The lawyer presented several witnesses to strengthen his case.
    El abogado presentó a varios testigos para fortalecer su caso.
    Those who have the capacity to confirm or verify an event.
    Witnesses of history are often crucial to understanding the past.
    Los testigos de la historia a menudo son cruciales para entender el pasado.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'testis', meaning 'witness' or 'eyewitness'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    witness for the prosecution
    Person who presents evidence against an accused.
    testigo de cargo
    to be a witness
    To witness an event or fact.
    ser testigo
    witness of history
    Person who lived through an important event and can testify about it.
    testigo de la historia

    Related Words

    to testify
    To testify in a trial.
    testificar
    to declare
    To make an official statement.
    declarar
    to attest
    To bear witness or testify to something.
    atestiguar

    Slang Meanings

    A person who has information about a fact but is reluctant to speak.
    He is a mute witness; he knows what happened but says nothing.
    Él es un testigo mudo; sabe lo que pasó, pero no dice nada.
    A friend or someone who supports in a difficult moment.
    You can always count on me as your witness in any situation.
    Siempre puedes contar conmigo como tu testigo en cualquier situación.