Beweismittel
evidence
The German word "Beweismittel" is a compound noun made of:
- Beweis = evidence, proof
- Mittel = means, instrument, resource
Meaning:
"Beweismittel" refers to means of proof or evidence used to support a fact or claim, especially in legal contexts (e.g., documents, testimonies, objects).
Similar words:
- Beweis (proof, evidence)
- Beleg (documentary proof)
- Zeugnis (testimony, certificate)
Difference:
While Beweis is a broader term for evidence or proof, Beweismittel specifically refers to the concrete instruments or items serving as evidence during an investigation or trial. Beleg typically emphasizes documentary proof, and Zeugnis mainly means oral or written testimonial evidence.
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Examples
Die Polizei hat das Beweismittel gefunden.noun
The police have found the evidence.
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