testify
US /ˈtes.tə.faɪ/
UK /ˈtes.tə.faɪ/
1.
témoigner, déposer
give evidence as a witness in a law court
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She was called to testify in court.
Elle a été appelée à témoigner devant le tribunal.
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The witness refused to testify against the defendant.
Le témoin a refusé de témoigner contre l'accusé.
2.
témoigner de, attester
provide evidence or information about something
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The ruins testify to the city's ancient past.
Les ruines témoignent du passé antique de la ville.
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His success testifies to his hard work.
Son succès témoigne de son travail acharné.