Magpatunay (en. To prove)

/maɡ.pa.tuˈnaj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of providing proof of something.
A witness is needed to prove his alibi.
Kailangan ng testigo upang magpatunay sa kanyang alibi.
Having sufficient evidence to prove.
He should prove what he says through documents.
Dapat siyang magpatunay ng kanyang sinasabi sa pamamagitan ng dokumento.
Carrying out actions or descriptions that relate to the truth.
He proved his talent in singing through his performances.
Nagpatunay siya sa kanyang husay sa pag-awit sa kanyang mga pagtatanghal.

Etymology

root word: patunay

Common Phrases and Expressions

to prove the truth
to validate the accuracy of something
magpatunay ng katotohanan
to prove statements
to provide evidence for claims
magpatunay sa mga pahayag

Related Words

proof
an item that confirms the truth or evidence.
patunay
evidence
items that describe or prove a statement.
ebidensya

Slang Meanings

Prove
You really need to prove yourself.
Kailangan mo talagang magpatunay sa sarili mo.
Confirm
Just confirm what you're saying.
Kumpirmahin mo na lang ang sinasabi mo.
Show
Just show that you can do it.
Ipakita mo na lang na kayang-kaya mo.