Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

testemunha

noun
/tɛs.təˈmu.ɪ.njɐ/
Definition
A person who observes an event or situation, especially in the context of legal proceedings, providing testimony or evidence.
Examples
  • Ela foi chamada como testemunha no caso judicial.
  • A testemunha do acidente contou sua versão dos fatos para a polícia.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who has seen or experienced something and can provide a firsthand account of it.
Synonyms
  • depoente
  • observador
  • testigo