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How to Say "living proof" in Spanish

The Spanish word forliving proofis testigoC1 level.

English → SpanishC1
nounC1formal
figurative evidence
A sturdy, ancient stone pillar standing alone in a grassy field, symbolizing enduring proof.

Examples

Estas ruinas son el testigo de la grandeza del antiguo imperio.

These ruins are the testament to the greatness of the ancient empire.

El cuadro es un testigo mudo de las costumbres de la época.

The painting is a silent witness (or relic) of the customs of the era.

Metaphorical Usage

Here, 'testigo' is used figuratively, meaning an inanimate object or idea that serves the function of a witness by showing or proving something.

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