Die Anhörung
Example: Die Anhörung des Zeugen fand gestern im Gericht statt.
Definition
"Die Anhörung" refers to a formal hearing or session in a legal context where witnesses or parties involved provide their statements or testimonies before a court or authority. It is an essential part of judicial proceedings to gather evidence and clarify facts.
Etymology
The German word "die Anhörung" comes from the verb "anhören," which means 'to listen to.' It combines the prefix "an-" (towards) with "hören" (to hear), reflecting the act of listening carefully, especially in a formal or official setting like a court.
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"Die Anhörung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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