true

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Translation of true into German,

Adjective

1.

accuracy

factually accurate or correct
wahr zutreffend richtig
  • The statement is true and supported by evidence.Die Aussage ist wahr und wird durch Beweise gestützt.
2.

authenticity

genuine or real, not fake
  • This is a true diamond, not a synthetic one.Dies ist ein echter Diamant, kein synthetischer.
3.

consistency

consistent with a standard or pattern
  • His actions were true to his principles.Seine Taten waren wahr und spiegelten seine Prinzipien wider.

Adverb

1.

factually accurate

in accordance with fact or reality
  • His story rang true under scrutiny..Seine Geschichte klang wahr bei genauer Prüfung
2.

loyalty

in a manner that is faithful or loyal
  • He remained true to his word.Er blieb treu seinem Wort.
3.

precision

in a precise or exact manner
  • The arrow flew true to the target.Der Pfeil flog genau ins Ziel.
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Expressions with true: examples in English and translations in German

wahr werden
in Erfüllung gehen
Her dream to travel the world finally came true.
wahre Farbe
echte Farbe
The true color of the dress is blue.
Allerdings
"It's hard to find good friends." "Too true!"
wahres Ich
wahre Persönlichkeit
She finally showed her true colors during the crisis.
Erfüllung eines Traums
wahr gewordener Traum
Winning the lottery was a dream come true.
traurig aber wahr
The news was sad but true, leaving everyone in shock.

Synonyms and analogies of true in English

Examples of true in a sentence

  • Her report proved true after the records were checked.
  • Her true intentions were finally revealed.
  • The true story behind the legend was fascinating.
  • The painting was true to the artist's vision.
  • Her words were true to the original text.
  • Her true intentions were questioned by everyone.
TRUE
truː
Acronym
1.

acr: Training Resources and Utilization Evaluation

Rare
Training Resources and Utilization Evaluation
Rare
Bewertung von Schulungsressourcen und ihrer Nutzung
  • The TRUE system improved our training efficiency.Das System zur Bewertung von Schulungsressourcen und ihrer Nutzung verbesserte unsere Schulungseffizienz.
2.

acr: Tactical Reconnaissance Underwater Equipment

TECH.
Tactical Reconnaissance Underwater Equipment
TECH.
taktische Unterwasseraufklärungsausrüstung
  • The navy deployed TRUE for the mission.Die Marine setzte für den Einsatz taktische Unterwasseraufklärungsausrüstung ein.

Translations of "true" in Context ordered by category and frequency

wahradj./adv.

He believes that her story is true and deserves to be heard.

Er glaubt, dass ihre Geschichte wahr ist und Gehör verdient.

echtadj.

Restoring the old village church became a true labour of love.

Die alte Dorfkirche zu restaurieren wurde zu einer echten Liebhaberei.

echteadj.

Many voters see her as a true woman of the people.

Viele Wähler sehen sie als eine echte Frau aus dem Volk.

treuadj./adv.

The keen arrow flew straight and true towards its target.

Der scharfe Pfeil flog gerade und treu auf sein Ziel zu.

wirklichadj./adv.

Only a true die-hard fan would queue all night for concert tickets.

Nur ein wirklich eingefleischter Fan würde die ganze Nacht für Konzertkarten anstehen.

richtigadj./adv.

As we have said several times, this is absolutely true.

Wie wir schon mehrfach gesagt haben, ist dies zwar richtig.

dieWahrheitnf.

Whether they believe me or not, the facts remain true.

Es ist die Wahrheit, ob man mir glaubt oder nicht.

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true: Examples and translations in context

Give it time; people always show their true colors eventually.

Gib dem Zeit; Menschen zeigen schließlich immer ihr wahres Gesicht.

Under pressure, he discovered his true potential and exceeded expectations.

Unter Druck entdeckte er sein wahres Potenzial und übertraf alle Erwartungen.

In an honest conversation, both parties share their true feelings.

In einem aufrichtigen Gespräch teilen beide Parteien ihre wahren Gefühle mit.

His charm was only window dressing to cover up his true intentions.

Sein Charme war nur Blendwerk, um seine wahren Absichten zu verbergen.

The old legend warns never to put a jinx on true love.

Die alte Legende warnt, wahre Liebe niemals zu verhexen.

He realized there and then that he had found his true calling.

Er erkannte sofort, dass er seine wahre Berufung gefunden hatte.

His true intentions came to the surface as the project progressed.

Seine wahren Absichten kamen im Laufe des Projekts ans Licht.

A true friend will always be there in your hour of need.

Ein wahrer Freund wird in der Not immer für dich da sein.

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