B1noun 1K

Truth

🇬🇧 UK /["/truːθ/","/truːðz/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/truːθ/","/truːðz/"]/

Meaning of Truth

the true facts about something, rather than the things that have been invented or guessed

In simple words: The real facts about something.

Truth in a sentence

• Finding the truth in a complicated story can be challenging.
• She believed that honesty is the best way to tell the truth.
• Many people struggle to accept the truth about themselves.
• The truth often hurts, but it is necessary for growth.
• He finally revealed the truth after years of hiding it.

How to use Truth

Used in discussions about honesty, honesty, and facts. Avoid in informal settings where more casual language is preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'truth' as 'through' the 'th' — the facts cut straight through deception.

Related words

Collocations with Truth

• absolute
• gospel
• honest
• element
• germ
• glimmer
• know
• admit
• convey
• be
• lie
• come out
• in truth
• truth about
• truth behind
• an/​the arbiter of truth
• be economical with the truth
• moment of truth
• absolute
• gospel
• honest
• element
• germ
• glimmer
• know
• admit
• convey
• be
• lie
• come out
• in truth
• truth about
• truth behind
• an/​the arbiter of truth
• be economical with the truth
• moment of truth
• basic
• central
• common
• establish
• reveal
• uncover
• truth about

Synonyms for Truth

• fact
• reality
• veracity
• accuracy
• truthfulness

Opposites of Truth

• lie
• falsehood

Common mistakes with Truth

• Confused with 'true' as an adjective.
• Using in a context that implies uncertainty when discussing facts.
• Mispronouncing the 'th' sound.

Frequently asked questions about Truth

What does Truth mean?

The real facts about something.

What is the definition of Truth?

the true facts about something, rather than the things that have been invented or guessed

How do you use Truth in a sentence?

Finding the truth in a complicated story can be challenging.

Can you give another example of Truth?

She believed that honesty is the best way to tell the truth.

What are synonyms for Truth?

Common alternatives include fact, reality, veracity, accuracy, truthfulness.

What is the opposite of Truth?

Opposite meanings include lie, falsehood.

What words go with Truth?

It commonly pairs with absolute, gospel, honest, element, germ, glimmer, know, admit, convey, be, lie, come out, in truth, truth about, truth behind, an/​the arbiter of truth, be economical with the truth, moment of truth, absolute, gospel, honest, element, germ, glimmer, know, admit, convey, be, lie, come out, in truth, truth about, truth behind, an/​the arbiter of truth, be economical with the truth, moment of truth, basic, central, common, establish, reveal, uncover, truth about.

What are common mistakes when using Truth?

Confused with 'true' as an adjective. Using in a context that implies uncertainty when discussing facts. Mispronouncing the 'th' sound.

How do you pronounce Truth?

US: /["/truːθ/","/truːðz/"]/, UK: /["/truːθ/","/truːðz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Truth?

Used in discussions about honesty, honesty, and facts. Avoid in informal settings where more casual language is preferred.

What CEFR level is Truth?

"Truth" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.