El derecho penal
Example: El derecho penal regula los delitos y sus sanciones en la sociedad.
Definition
"El derecho penal" refers to the branch of law that regulates crimes and their corresponding punishments within society. It establishes legal norms to maintain public order and protect citizens by defining offenses and prescribing sanctions for those who commit them.
Etymology
The term "el derecho penal" combines two Spanish words: "derecho," meaning law or right, and "penal," relating to punishment. "Derecho" comes from Latin "directum," meaning straight or correct, while "penal" derives from Latin "poena," meaning penalty or punishment. Together, they describe the legal system concerned with criminal offenses and penalties.
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"El derecho penal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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