die Justiz, -en
justice · judiciary · justice system
Das ist der Teil vom Staat, der über Recht und Strafe entscheidet und Streit nach festen Regeln klärt.
The German word "Justiz" is a noun that means "justice" or "judiciary". It refers to the legal system and the administration of law and justice within a society. "Justiz" encompasses the courts, judges, and legal proceedings involved in maintaining law and order.
Similar words in German include "Recht" (law), "Gericht" (court), and "Richterschaft" (the judiciary or judges).
The key difference between "Justiz" and these similar words is that "Justiz" specifically pertains to the entire framework of the judicial system, whereas "Recht" refers more broadly to legal rights or laws in general, "Gericht" focuses on a specific court or institution, and "Richterschaft" emphasizes the role of judges within the judicial system.
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Examples
Die Justiz ist wichtig für eine gerechte Gesellschaft.noun
Justice is important for a fair society.
Für Gerechtigkeit sorgt die Justiz.noun
Justice is provided by the judiciary.
Hat der Anwalt Kritik an der Justiz geübt?noun
Did the lawyer criticize the judiciary?
Die Justiz muss jeden Fall sorgfältig prüfen.noun
The judiciary must examine every case carefully.
Viele Menschen vertrauen der Justiz.noun
Many people trust the justice system.
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