La loi
Example: La loi protège les droits fondamentaux de chaque citoyen.
Definition
"La loi" refers to the system of rules created and enforced by governmental institutions to regulate behavior, maintain order, and protect fundamental rights within a society. It serves as a framework to ensure justice and fairness among citizens.
Etymology
The term "la loi" comes from the Latin word "lex," meaning law or statute. Over time, it evolved through Old French to become "loi" in modern French. Did you know that the concept of "la loi" has been central to organized societies since ancient times, emphasizing its long-standing importance?
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"La loi" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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