De rechter
Example: De rechter besloot om de zaak opnieuw te onderzoeken.
Definition
"De rechter" refers to a judge, a public official appointed to decide cases in a court of law. The phrase commonly signifies the individual responsible for overseeing legal proceedings and making rulings, as in the example where "de rechter" decided to re-examine the case.
Etymology
The term "de rechter" comes from the Dutch word 'rechter' meaning 'judge.' It originates from the verb 'richten,' meaning 'to direct' or 'to judge.' Interestingly, 'rechter' literally translates to 'one who sets right,' reflecting the judge's role in delivering justice and resolving disputes.
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"De rechter" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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