Der Richter
Example: Der Richter entschied fair im komplizierten Gerichtsverfahren.
Definition
"Der Richter" refers to a judge, an official who presides over court proceedings, making decisions and ensuring justice is administered fairly. In the example, the judge decided fairly in the complicated legal case, demonstrating impartiality and authority in the courtroom.
Etymology
The word "der Richter" comes from the German verb 'richten,' meaning 'to judge' or 'to direct.' It originally referred to someone who 'sets things right' or 'makes decisions.' Did you know? The term has deep roots in Old High German, reflecting the long-standing role of judges in German-speaking regions.
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"Der Richter" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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