Der Staatsanwalt
Example: Der Staatsanwalt präsentierte neue Beweise im Gerichtssaal.
Definition
"Der Staatsanwalt" is a legal professional who represents the state in criminal proceedings, responsible for presenting evidence and prosecuting cases in court to ensure justice is served.
Etymology
The word "der Staatsanwalt" originates from the German words 'Staat' meaning 'state' and 'Anwalt' meaning 'advocate' or 'lawyer.' It literally translates to 'state advocate,' reflecting the role of this official as the state's legal representative in criminal matters.
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"Der Staatsanwalt" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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