True
/truː/
Definitions
3 meaningsConforming to fact or reality; not false or wrong.
/truː/
Conforming to facts or reality; not false or wrong
It is true that the sun rises in the east.
💡 Simply: When something is true, it's like the real deal! It's not a lie or a pretend story. Like, if you say the sky is blue, and it actually is, then that's true!
👶 For kids: When something is real and not made up.
More Examples
Her story was proven to be true.
The information he provided was true.
How It's Used
"The statement is true."
"A true experiment requires a control group."
Loyal and faithful.
/truː/
He remained true to his principles.
💡 Simply: When you're true to someone, it means you stick with them. Like being a true friend who's always there for you, no matter what.
👶 For kids: When you're loyal and a good friend.
More Examples
A true friend supports you through thick and thin.
She was true to her promise.
How It's Used
"She remained true to her friends during the crisis."
"A true friend will always support you."
In accordance with facts or reality; correctly.
/truː/
In accordance with facts or reality; correctly
The arrow flew true to its target.
💡 Simply: When something is true, it happens the right way. Like, if you aim a dart at a target, you want to throw it true so it hits the bullseye.
👶 For kids: Doing something the right way.
More Examples
The compass needle points true north.
He spoke true, even when it was difficult.
How It's Used
"The compass points true north."
"She threw the ball true."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
true colors
A person's real character or nature, which is often hidden initially.
"He showed his true colors when he betrayed his friend."
true to form
Acting or behaving in a way that is typical or expected.
"The team, true to form, won the championship."
From Old English *trēowe* meaning 'faithful, trustworthy, honest.' Cognate with Dutch *trouw*, German *treu*.
Used extensively throughout history in various forms, from philosophical discussions to everyday communication. The concept of truth has been central to human thought and understanding.
Memory tip
Think of something that aligns with the actual situation.
Word Origin
"faithful, trustworthy, honest"