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ausweislich
German → American English
American English
as evidenced
nachweislich; gemäß den vorliegenden Belegen oder Angaben
Ausweislich der Akten wurde der Vertrag fristgerecht gekündigt.Ausweislich is very formal and mainly appears in legal, administrative, or journalistic writing. It is usually followed by a genitive noun phrase, and in everyday speech people often prefer laut or nach.
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Frequently asked questions
What does "ausweislich" mean in English?
It means "as evidenced by," "according to," or "as shown by," depending on context.
How do you use "ausweislich" in a sentence?
It is usually used before a genitive phrase, for example: "ausweislich der Unterlagen" = "as evidenced by the documents."
Is "ausweislich" formal?
Yes. It is quite formal and is common in legal or official texts rather than everyday conversation.
Can I use "ausweislich" like "laut"?
Sometimes, but "ausweislich" sounds more formal and is often based on evidence or records, while "laut" simply means "according to."