Example: Du musst deine Argumente im Aufsatz mit Quellen belegen.
Definition
"Mit Quellen belegen" means to support or substantiate arguments, statements, or claims in historical writing by providing references to original or credible sources, ensuring the information is verifiable and trustworthy.
Translations
to cite sources
citar fuentes
met bronnen onderbouwen
documentar amb fonts
citer des sources
Etymology
The phrase "mit Quellen belegen" comes from German, where "mit" means 'with,' "Quellen" means 'sources,' and "belegen" means 'to prove' or 'to document.' It literally means 'to document with sources,' reflecting the academic practice of backing statements with evidence.
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to cite sources