Der Zeuge
Example: Der Zeuge gab vor Gericht eine wichtige Aussage ab.
Definition
"Der Zeuge" refers to a person who provides testimony or evidence in a legal setting, such as a court. This individual witnesses events or facts relevant to a case and shares their account to assist in legal proceedings.
Etymology
The word "der Zeuge" comes from the Old High German 'zeug', meaning 'sign' or 'evidence'. Over time, it evolved to mean someone who attests or witnesses events, especially in legal contexts. Did you know? The root is related to the English word 'testify', both emphasizing the act of bearing witness.
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"Der Zeuge" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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