Japanese

しょうこ
Meaning: evidence; proof
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

警察は犯行の動かぬ証拠を見つけた。
The police found undeniable evidence of the crime.
確かな証拠がなければ、信じられない。
If there is no certain evidence, I can't believe it.
証拠の発見により、調査は新たな局面を迎えた。
The investigation entered a new phase with the discovery of the evidence.
警察は事件に関連する証拠を探している。
The police are looking for evidence related to the incident.
彼の意見に対して、具体的な証拠を持って反論した。
I refuted his opinion with concrete evidence.

Usage Notes

Refers to facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.

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