English–German
“assert” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/bəˈtɔʏ̯ɐn/
Example
Er beteuerte, er sei unschuldig.
He asserted that he was innocent.
How to say “assert” in German
“Assert” in German is beteuern.
A person stands behind a statement with unusual force, as if its truth must be made fully credible.
Example sentences with beteuern
Die Zeugin beteuerte, den Vorfall gesehen zu haben.
The witness asserted that she had seen the incident.
Tips for using beteuern
- Beteuern is stronger and more emotionally charged than sagen, while schwören can additionally suggest an oath or solemn pledge.