Le témoignage
Example: Le témoignage du témoin a renforcé l'accusation au tribunal.
Definition
"Le témoignage" refers to the statement or account given by a witness in a legal context, describing what they have seen, heard, or experienced. It is used to provide evidence or support an argument in court proceedings.
Etymology
The word "le témoignage" comes from the Old French term 'temoignage,' which is derived from 'temoin,' meaning 'witness.' This originates from the Latin 'testimonium,' meaning 'evidence' or 'testimony.' Did you know that the root 'testis' in Latin meant 'witness,' which is also the origin of the English word 'testify'?
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"Le témoignage" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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