Der Beweis
Example: Der Beweis für seine Unschuld überzeugte alle im Gerichtssaal.
Definition
"Der Beweis" is a noun in German meaning the evidence or proof that confirms the truth of a statement or claim. It is used to establish certainty, as in the phrase "Der Beweis für seine Unschuld überzeugte alle im Gerichtssaal," meaning the proof of his innocence convinced everyone in the courtroom.
Etymology
The word "der Beweis" comes from the Middle High German term 'bewîs,' which means proof or evidence. It is related to the verb 'weisen,' meaning to show or point out. Did you know? The idea of 'Beweis' has long been central to legal and philosophical traditions, emphasizing the importance of showing or demonstrating truth.
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"Der Beweis" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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