Chinese
zhèngshí
Meaning: to confirm; to verify
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

實驗結果證實了他的理論。
实验结果证实了他的理论。
The experimental results confirmed his theory.
經過專家鑑定,這幅畫被證實是真跡。
After expert appraisal, this painting was confirmed to be an authentic work.
醫生證實這個腫瘤是惡性的。
The doctor confirmed that this tumor is malignant.
這件古董被證實是真的。
This antique was verified to be authentic.

Usage Notes

Used when evidence supports a claim or hypothesis.

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