La declaración
Example: La declaración del testigo fue clave en el juicio.
Definition
"La declaración" in legal terms refers to a formal statement given by a witness or involved party during a trial or investigation, providing evidence or information relevant to the case. It is a key element in judicial proceedings to establish facts or testimonies.
Etymology
The word "la declaración" comes from the Spanish verb 'declarar,' which in turn derives from the Latin 'declarare,' meaning 'to make clear or reveal.' Did you know? The root 'clare' means 'clear,' emphasizing the purpose of a declaration to clarify facts in legal contexts.
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"La declaración" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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