El estado de derecho
Example: El estado de derecho garantiza la igualdad ante la ley para todos.
Definition
"El estado de derecho" refers to a system of governance where all individuals and institutions, including the government, are accountable under laws that are publicly promulgated, equally enforced, and independently adjudicated, ensuring fairness and equality before the law.
Etymology
The phrase "el estado de derecho" originates from Spanish, combining "estado" meaning 'state' and "derecho" meaning 'law' or 'right.' It reflects the concept that the state operates based on legal principles rather than arbitrary decisions. This idea has roots in European legal traditions emphasizing the rule of law.
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"El estado de derecho" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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