beweisen
Translation
to prove, to demonstrate, to show, to establish
Examples
Er muss seine Unschuld beweisen.
He has to prove his innocence.
Die Studie beweist die Theorie.
The study proves the theory.
Sie hat großen Mut bewiesen.
She has shown great courage.
Kannst du mir das beweisen?
Can you prove that to me?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) beweisen to prove sth. He has to prove his innocence.
((sb.dat)) ((sth.acc)) beweisen to prove sth. to sb. Can you prove that to me?
((sich.acc)) beweisen to prove oneself He has to prove himself in the new job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nachweisen, belegen, zeigen; Antonyms: widerlegen
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' and 'weisen' (to show, point). 'To show something thoroughly,' hence to prove it.
Memory Tips
To 'beweisen' something, you must 'weisen' (show) the 'Beweis' (proof).