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prove in German

prove in German is beweisen, zeigen, herausstellen — prove means to show, by evidence or argument, that something is true.

prove in German

beweisen
verb
(transitive) To demonstrate that something is true or viable; to give proof for; to bear out; to testify.
zeigen
verb
(transitive) To demonstrate that something is true or viable; to give proof for; to bear out; to testify.
herausstellen
verb
(transitive) To demonstrate that something is true or viable; to give proof for; to bear out; to testify.
prüfen
verb
(transitive) To demonstrate that something is true or viable; to give proof for; to bear out; to testify.

What does "prove" mean?

  1. verb To show, by evidence or argument, that something is true.
    "The new data proved the theory correct."
  2. verb To turn out to be, after time or testing.
    "The plan proved to be a disaster."
  3. verb In baking, to let dough rise before it's baked.
    "Let the dough prove for an hour in a warm spot."

prove in a sentence

  • The new data proved the theory correct.
  • She had to prove her identity before boarding.
  • The plan proved to be a disaster.
  • Let the dough prove for an hour in a warm spot.

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What is "prove" in German?

"prove" in German is beweisen, zeigen, herausstellen. prove means: To show, by evidence or argument, that something is true.

How do you use "prove" in a sentence?

Example: "The new data proved the theory correct." In German, "prove" is beweisen, zeigen, herausstellen.

Are there other ways to say "prove" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "prove": beweisen, zeigen, herausstellen, prüfen.

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