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판사

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Meaning and Role

The word '판사' refers to a judge, a legal professional who presides over court proceedings and makes decisions based on the law and evidence presented. It is a formal noun used in legal and official contexts.

Usage in Sentences

'판사' is commonly used when discussing court cases, legal decisions, or the judiciary system. It often appears with verbs like '내리다' (to make a decision), '심리하다' (to hear a case), or '검토하다' (to review).

Common Collocations

  • 판사님: a respectful way to address or refer to a judge
  • 판결을 내리다: to make a judgment or ruling
  • 법정 판사: a judge in a courtroom

Register and Politeness

'판사' is a neutral, formal noun. When addressing a judge directly, adding the honorific suffix '-님' (판사님) is common to show respect.

Learner Tips

A common confusion is mixing '판사' with '변호사' (lawyer). Remember, '판사' is the judge who decides cases, while '변호사' is the lawyer who represents clients. Using the correct term is important in legal contexts.

Example Sentences

그 판사는 매우 공정한 판결을 내렸다.

Geu pansaneun maeu gongjeonghan pangyeoreul naeryeotda.

That judge made a very fair decision.

판사는 법정에서 증거를 신중하게 검토한다.

Pansaneun beobjeongeseo jeunggeoreul sinjunghage geomtohanda.

The judge carefully reviews the evidence in court.

판사로 일하려면 법률 지식과 공정성이 중요하다.

Pansaro ilharyeomyeon beomnyul jisikgwa gongjeongseong-i jungyohada.

To work as a judge, legal knowledge and fairness are important.