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법률

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Understanding '법률' (Law)

'법률' refers to laws or statutes established by a government or authority. It is a formal term often used in legal, academic, and official contexts.

Usage in Sentences

You will frequently see '법률' used when discussing new laws, legal rights, or legal procedures. For example, '새로운 법률이 시행됩니다' means a new law is being enforced.

Common Collocations

  • 법률 상담 (legal consultation): consulting a lawyer or legal expert.
  • 법률 제정 (law enactment): the process of creating or passing a law.
  • 법률 위반 (law violation): breaking the law.

Register and Politeness

'법률' is a formal noun and is used in formal or written language rather than casual conversation.

Learner Tip

Do not confuse '법률' with '법' which can mean law in a broader or more general sense. '법률' specifically refers to codified laws or statutes. Using '법률' correctly shows a higher level of formality and precision in legal contexts.

Example Sentences

새로운 법률이 다음 달부터 시행됩니다.

saeroun beopryuri daeum dalbuteo sihaengdoemnida.

The new law will be enforced starting next month.

법률 상담을 받으려면 변호사와 상담해야 합니다.

beopryul sangdam-eul badeuryeomyeon byeonhosa-wa sangdamhaeya hamnida.

If you want legal advice, you need to consult a lawyer.

이 법률은 시민의 권리를 보호하기 위해 만들어졌습니다.

i beopryureun simin-ui gwonlireul bohogagi wihae mandeureojyeotseumnida.

This law was created to protect the rights of citizens.