Meaning of the word "bear witness" in English

What does "bear witness" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bear witness

US /ber ˈwɪt.nəs/
UK /beər ˈwɪt.nəs/

Idiom

to state that you saw or know something to be true

Example:
I can bear witness to his honesty; he always tells the truth.
Many people came forward to bear witness to the injustice they had seen.