True: meaning, definitions and examples

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true

 

[ truː ]

Adjective / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

in accordance with fact or reality

In accordance with fact or reality, not false or erroneous. True can also mean genuine or loyal.

Synonyms

accurate, authentic, correct

Examples of usage

  • He was telling the true story of his life.
  • Only true friends will stand by you in difficult times.
  • The statement turned out to be true after all.
Context #2 | Noun

something that is real or genuine

Something that is real or genuine, not an imitation or counterfeit.

Synonyms

authentic, genuine, legitimate

Examples of usage

  • The painting was believed to be a true Picasso.
  • She found true love at last.
  • He is a true master of his craft.

Translations

Translations of the word "true" in other languages:

🇵🇹 verdadeiro

🇮🇳 सत्य

🇩🇪 wahr

🇮🇩 benar

🇺🇦 правдивий

🇵🇱 prawdziwy

🇯🇵 真実

🇫🇷 vrai

🇪🇸 verdadero

🇹🇷 doğru

🇰🇷 참된

🇸🇦 صحيح

🇨🇿 pravdivý

🇸🇰 pravdivý

🇨🇳 真实的

🇸🇮 resničen

🇮🇸 sannur

🇰🇿 шынайы

🇬🇪 ნამდვილი

🇦🇿 doğru

🇲🇽 verdadero

Etymology

The word 'true' has its origins in Old English 'treowe', which means faithful or trustworthy. Over time, the meaning expanded to include being in accordance with fact or reality. The word has been used in various contexts to emphasize authenticity and genuineness.

See also: truism, truly, truth, untrue.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #322, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.