El juez
Example: El juez dictó sentencia tras escuchar todos los argumentos.
Definition
"El juez" refers to a judge, a person authorized to preside over court proceedings, interpret the law, and make legal decisions or rulings. In the example, the judge issued a sentence after considering all arguments presented during the trial.
Etymology
The term "el juez" comes from the Latin word "iudex," which combines "ius" (law) and "dicere" (to say or declare). Over time, it evolved into the Spanish "juez," meaning someone who declares or interprets the law. Did you know that the role of the judge has existed since ancient legal systems, reflecting society's need for impartial decision-makers?
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"El juez" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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