La peine
Example: La peine de prison est décidée par le tribunal compétent.
Definition
"La peine" in the legal context refers to the punishment or penalty imposed by a competent court on a person convicted of a crime or offense. It typically involves measures such as imprisonment, fines, or other sanctions meant to enforce justice and deter wrongful acts.
Etymology
The term "la peine" comes from the Latin word "poena," meaning punishment or penalty. Over time, it evolved in Old French as "peine," retaining the sense of suffering or penalty. Did you know? The word is related to the English word "pain," reflecting the idea that punishment involves some form of suffering.
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"La peine" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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