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법원

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Understanding '법원' (Court of Justice)

The word '법원' refers to a court where legal cases are heard and decided. It is a formal term used in legal contexts and appears frequently in news, legal documents, and everyday discussions about justice.

Common Contexts

'법원' is used when talking about the institution itself, the physical place, or the judicial authority. For example, you might hear about someone going to the court, a court ruling, or court procedures.

Typical Collocations

  • 법원 판결 (court ruling): Refers to the decision made by the court.
  • 법원 출석 (court appearance): When someone attends court as a witness, defendant, or plaintiff.
  • 법원 심리 (court hearing): The process of examining a case in court.

Usage Notes

When using '법원', it is important to distinguish it from '법' (law) and '법률' (legal statute). '법원' specifically means the court institution, not the law itself.

Common Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse '법원' with '법' or '법률'. Remember, '법원' is the place or institution where laws are applied and disputes are resolved, not the laws themselves.

Example Sentences

법원에서 판사가 사건을 심리하고 판결을 내립니다.

Beopwoneseo panjaga sageoneul simrihago pangyeoreul naerimnida.

At the court, the judge examines the case and makes a ruling.

그는 법원에 출석하여 증언을 했습니다.

Geuneun beopwone chulseokhayeo jeung-eoneul haessseumnida.

He appeared in court and gave testimony.

법원은 공정한 판결을 내리기 위해 증거를 꼼꼼히 검토합니다.

Beopwoneun gongjeonghan pangyeoreul naerigi wihae jeunggeoreul kkomkkomhi geomtohamnida.

The court carefully reviews evidence to make a fair judgment.