der Mandant, -en
client
Eine Person, die von einem Anwalt rechtlich vertreten oder beraten wird.
The German word "Mandant" is a noun that refers to a "client" or "principal". It is derived from the Latin word "mandator," meaning "one who commands." In a legal context, "Mandant" typically denotes a client who has entrusted a lawyer or attorney with their representation or legal matters. Similar words in German include "Kunde" (customer or client) and "Auftraggeber" (contractor or principal).
The difference between "Mandant" and these similar words is predominantly contextual. "Mandant" specifically pertains to legal or formal relationships, while "Kunde" is more general, applying to any customer relationship. "Auftraggeber" often implies a contractual arrangement rather than the broader client-lawyer relationship implied by "Mandant."
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Examples
Der Mandant spricht mit seinem Anwalt.noun
The client is talking to his lawyer.
Unser Mandant kommt morgen in die Kanzlei.noun
Our client is coming to the law office tomorrow.
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