The Correspondence Theory of Truth (philosophical concept)

The Correspondence Theory of Truth suggests that a statement is true if it accurately reflects reality or facts. In other words, truth is determined by whether our beliefs or claims align with the way things actually are in the world. For example, the statement "water boils at 100°C at sea level" is true because it corresponds to the observable fact. This theory emphasizes that truth is about the relationship between ideas and the actual state of affairs, establishing a connection between our descriptions and the external reality they aim to represent.