El testigo
Example: El testigo declaró lo que vio durante el accidente.
Definition
"El testigo" refers to a person who observes an event and provides an account or evidence based on what they have seen. For example, in a legal case, "el testigo" declares what was witnessed during an incident, playing a crucial role in verifying facts.
Etymology
The term "el testigo" comes from the Latin word 'testis,' meaning 'witness.' Over time, it evolved in Spanish to refer specifically to someone who gives testimony or evidence about an event they have seen. Did you know? The Latin root also relates to the English word 'testify,' linking testimony and witnessing in both languages.
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"El testigo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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