El testimonio
Example: El testimonio del testigo fue clave en el juicio.
Definition
"El testimonio" refers to the statement or declaration given by a witness, especially in a legal context, that provides evidence or information relevant to a case or trial.
Etymology
The word "el testimonio" comes from the Latin term 'testimonium,' meaning 'evidence' or 'witness.' It entered Spanish with a similar legal sense, referring to the formal declaration made by a witness in court. Did you know that the root is related to the word 'testify,' showing its deep connection to giving evidence?
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"El testimonio" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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