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feminine

/pʁœv/

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Translation

proof, evidence

Word origin

From the verb prouver ('to prove'), from Latin probare ('to test, to approve, to prove'), from probus ('good, upright').

Origin
Latin
Root
probare
English cognates
proof, prove, probe

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralpreuves

Examples

?

Do you have proof of what you're claiming?

Cette .

This photo is very clear evidence.

' .

He showed great courage.

cette .

The police are still looking for evidence in this case.

.

That gesture is proof of his sincere friendship.

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This word is part of lesson 11.