attest
gb/ətˈɛst/ us/ətˈɛst/
B2
English
~ 10000
tanúskodik, tanúsít, igazol, hitelesít, tanúként aláír
VERB
B2
FORMAL
1
tanúskodik
C1
Usage pattern:
[something] attests to [something]
The low number of complaints attests to the high level of customer satisfaction.
A panaszok alacsony száma a vevői elégedettség magas szintjéről tanúskodik.
These ancient ruins attest to the existence of a highly developed early civilization.
Ezek az ősi romok egy magasan fejlett korai civilizáció létezéséről tanúskodnak.
Her long list of publications attests to her dedication to the field.
The high test scores attest to the effectiveness of the new teaching method.
The scars on his hands attest to years of hard physical labor.
Learner examples
The clean kitchen attests to how careful she is.
A tiszta konyha arról tanúskodik, hogy mennyire gondos.
These numbers attest to strong sales this year.
Ezek a számok az idei erős eladásokról tanúskodnak.
The long line outside the store attests to its popularity.
The empty shelves attest to how quickly the product sold.
Her calm voice attests to her experience in emergencies.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'attest' for everyday ideas like 'I can attest your English is good.' In casual speech, 'show' or 'prove' is more natural. Also, in this sense, the subject is usually the evidence itself (e.g., 'The data attest to the problem'), not a person giving an opinion.
Meaning
show or prove something is true
Collocations
attest to the fact
|attest to the quality
|attest to the effectiveness
|records attest to
|results attest to
|figures attest to
Synonyms
demonstrate (More general and less formal; often used for showing something by example or experiment.)
Antonyms
contradict (Suggests that the evidence shows the opposite of a claim rather than supporting it.)
Themes
communication
|law
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To show clearly that something is true or real.
To be or provide clear evidence that something is true, real, or has happened.
VERB
B2
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
[someone] attests that [clause]
I can attest that the information in this report is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Legjobb tudomásom szerint tanúsíthatom, hogy a jelentésben szereplő információk pontosak.
Several witnesses attested that they had seen the suspect near the scene of the crime.
Több tanú is tanúsította, hogy látta a gyanúsítottat a bűncselekmény helyszínének közelében.
Both employees attested in writing that they had completed the required training.
Experts attested that the painting was indeed an original work by the artist.
He attested under oath that he had never met the defendant before that day.
Learner examples
I can attest that she is a very careful worker.
Tanúsíthatom, hogy nagyon gondos dolgozó.
The doctor attested that the child was in good health.
Az orvos igazolta, hogy a gyermek jó egészségnek örvend.
Three people attested that they saw the car accident.
The manager attested that all safety rules were followed.
Our teacher attested that we did the project by ourselves.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'attest' like 'say' in normal conversation, for example: '*He attested he was tired.*' In everyday speech, 'say' or 'claim' is better. 'Attest' is usually formal and often appears in legal, business, or official contexts, frequently followed by 'that' or 'to' (e.g., 'attest that the account is correct').
Meaning
declare formally that something is true
Collocations
attest that
|attest to the accuracy
|attest to the truth
|attest to the authenticity
|attest in writing
|attest under oath
Synonyms
certify (Often more official or bureaucratic, especially for documents or qualifications.)
Antonyms
deny (Directly refuses to say that something is true, instead saying it is not true.)
Themes
law
|business
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To say in a serious or official way that something is true.
To say or confirm in an official, serious, or legal way that something is true.
VERB
C1
TECHNICAL
3
hitelesít
C1
Usage pattern:
[someone] attests [a document or signature]
Two independent adults must attest the will for it to be valid.
A végrendelet csak akkor érvényes, ha két független nagykorú tanúként aláírja.
The notary public attested the signatures on the property transfer documents.
A közjegyző hitelesítette az aláírásokat az ingatlan-átruházási dokumentumokon.
Please sign here, and then ask a colleague to attest the document.
A lawyer attested the contract to confirm that all parties had signed it freely.
The bank requires an official to attest the copy of your passport.
Learner examples
The lawyer attested my signature on the form.
Az ügyvéd hitelesítette az aláírásomat a nyomtatványon.
Two people attested the will when my grandfather signed it.
Két ember tanúként aláírta a végrendeletet, amikor a nagyapám aláírta.
You must ask a manager to attest this document.
A notary attested the papers before we sent them.
The bank officer attested the copy of my ID.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse this legal sense with simply 'sign.' To 'attest' a document is to sign as a witness or official, not as the main person the document is about.
Meaning
witness and sign a document
Collocations
attest a signature
|attest a will
|duly attested
|attest a document
|attest a copy
|attest a contract
Synonyms
witness (Common legal verb meaning to observe and sign; slightly broader and often less formal outside legal writing.)
Antonyms
invalidate (Means to make a document not valid or not legally effective, which is the opposite of confirming its validity.)
Themes
law
|business
|communication
Definition
To sign a paper to show you saw someone sign it, or to show it is real.
To sign a document as an official witness, confirming that it was properly signed or is genuine.
Grammar
Dictionary form
attest
IPA
GB/ətˈɛst/
US/ətˈɛst/
Syllables & stress
at - test (2 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (test)
Word forms
Verb
- Base: attest
- 3rd Person Singular: attests
- Present Participle: attesting
- Past: attested
Word family
Forms
attests
verb
attesting
verb
attested
verb
Core family
attestation
noun
Related words
attester
noun
Negative and opposite forms
unattested
adjective
Advanced or less common
attestable
adjective
Expressions
attest in writing
1/ətˈɛst ˈɪn ɹˈaɪtɪŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
state something is true in writing
To say officially in a written document that something is true.
Examples
- All employees must attest in writing that they have read the safety policy.
- Applicants are required to attest in writing that the information they provide is complete and accurate.
attest to
1/ətˈɛst tə/
fixed phrase
formal
state or show that something is true
To show or say in a serious or official way that something is true.
Examples
- Many satisfied customers can attest to the quality of the service.
- His long experience in the field attests to his deep knowledge of the subject.
attest under oath
1/ətˈɛst ˈʌndɚ ˈoʊθ/
fixed phrase
formal
state something is true under oath
To say that something is true while you are under a legal promise to tell the truth.
Examples
- The witness attested under oath that she had seen the accused at the scene.
- By signing this statement, you attest under oath that all information is correct.