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UK//əˈkɔːdɪŋ tə ðə ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni//US//əˈkɔrdɪŋ tə ðə ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni//

Meaning of According to the testimony

Based on a statement made by someone, especially in court.

In simple words: Based on what someone says in court or an official setting.

According to the testimony in a sentence

  • According to the testimony, the suspect was at the scene of the crime.
  • The jury found the evidence compelling, according to the testimony provided.
  • According to the testimony of several witnesses, the event unfolded differently.
  • Experts were brought in, according to the testimony discussed during the trial.
  • According to the testimony of the doctor, the patient's condition improved.

How to use According to the testimony

Used in legal, academic, or formal contexts to cite sources or evidence. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

according to + noun phrase

Memory hint

Remember 'testimony' with 'test' - it's what you say to pass a test in court.

Related words

Collocations with According to the testimony

  • present testimony
  • provide testimony
  • rely on testimony

Synonyms for According to the testimony

  • based on
  • as per
  • in accordance with

Common mistakes with According to the testimony

  • Confused with 'according to me' - 'testimony' is from others.
  • Incorrectly omitting 'the' - must say 'the testimony'.

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Frequently asked questions about According to the testimony

What does According to the testimony mean?

Based on what someone says in court or an official setting.

What is the definition of According to the testimony?

Based on a statement made by someone, especially in court.

How do you use According to the testimony in a sentence?

According to the testimony, the suspect was at the scene of the crime.

Can you give another example of According to the testimony?

The jury found the evidence compelling, according to the testimony provided.

What are synonyms for According to the testimony?

Common alternatives include based on, as per, in accordance with.

What words go with According to the testimony?

It commonly pairs with present testimony, provide testimony, rely on testimony.

What are common mistakes when using According to the testimony?

Confused with 'according to me' - 'testimony' is from others. Incorrectly omitting 'the' - must say 'the testimony'.

How do you pronounce According to the testimony?

US: //əˈkɔrdɪŋ tə ðə ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni//, UK: //əˈkɔːdɪŋ tə ðə ˈtɛstəˌmoʊni//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is According to the testimony formal or informal?

"According to the testimony" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use According to the testimony?

Used in legal, academic, or formal contexts to cite sources or evidence. Avoid in casual conversations.