Testify in Tagalog

Testify in Tagalog is “Tumestigo” or “Magpatotoo” – to give evidence as a witness in a law court or to declare something publicly. This term is commonly used in legal proceedings and religious contexts in the Philippines. Discover its complete definition, related terms, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Testify

[Definition]

• Testify /ˈtestɪfaɪ/
• Verb: To give evidence as a witness in a law court.
• Verb: To make a statement based on personal knowledge or belief.
• Verb: To serve as evidence or proof of something.

[Synonyms] = Tumestigo, Magpatotoo, Magsaksi, Magbigay ng patotoo, Magsalaysay, Magpatunay

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: The witness will testify in court tomorrow morning.
• Ex1_PH: Ang saksi ay tumestigo sa korte bukas ng umaga.
• Ex2_EN: She agreed to testify against the accused in exchange for protection.
• Ex2_PH: Pumayag siyang magpatotoo laban sa akusado kapalit ng proteksyon.
• Ex3_EN: Several eyewitnesses were called to testify about what they saw that night.
• Ex3_PH: Ilang eyewitness ang tinawag upang magsaksi tungkol sa nakita nila noong gabing iyon.
• Ex4_EN: He refused to testify on the grounds that it might incriminate him.
• Ex4_PH: Tumanggi siyang tumestigo dahil maaari itong makasakit sa kanya.
• Ex5_EN: The evidence will testify to the truth of her claims.
• Ex5_PH: Ang ebidensya ay magpapatunay sa katotohanan ng kanyang mga paratang.