wahrheitsgemäß

Wahrheitsgemäß is a German term that functions as both an adjective and an adverb meaning “in accordance with the truth” or “truthful.” It is used to describe statements, reports, or conduct that reflects facts accurately. In formal contexts such as law, administration, or journalism, the word qualifying assertions or records as truthful is common.

Etymology and usage: the word is a compound of Wahrheit (truth) and gemäß (in accordance with). As an adjective it can describe a noun, for example, eine wahrheitsgemäße Angabe or wahrheitsgemäße Informationen. It can also be used adverbially, as in wahrheitsgemäß gesagt or wahrheitsgemäß ausgesagt, to modify a verb. The term is relatively formal; in everyday speech speakers may opt for alternatives like wahr oder korrekt depending on the nuance.

Usage and nuance: wahrheitsgemäß emphasizes conformity to truth as a standard or obligation, rather than merely being correct. It is distinct from wahrheitsgetreu, which stresses fidelity to the facts in representation or depiction. Common collocations include Angaben, Aussage, and Protokoll. In legal language the phrase often appears to certify that a statement or record corresponds to the truth. Examples: Die Aussagen wurden wahrheitsgemäß gemacht. Der Bericht enthält wahrheitsgemäße Informationen.