law

• Sustantivo que designa el sistema de reglas, normas y principios establecidos por una autoridad para regular la conducta, mantener el orden y garantizar la justicia en la sociedad; también se refiere a una norma jurídica concreta o al conjunto de normas de un ámbito.

A noun referring to a system of rules, regulations, and principles established by a governing authority to regulate behavior, maintain order, and enforce justice within a society.

1. A2formallegal

   A system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by penalties.

   Sistema de normas jurídicas

   • The law requires all drivers to wear seatbelts.
   • She decided to study law at university.
   • Breaking the law can result in fines or imprisonment.

   Sinónimoscodejurisprudencelegal systemlegislation

2. A2formallegal

   A specific rule or regulation enacted by a governing body.

   Ley como norma específica

   • Parliament passed a new law on data protection.
   • The city has a law against littering in public parks.
   • The law states that all contracts must be in writing.

   Sinónimosactbylawdecreeedictordinanceregulationrulestatute

3. Scientific principleB2formalscientific

   A statement of fact, deduced from observation, to the effect that a particular natural or scientific phenomenon always occurs if certain conditions are present.

   Ley científica

   • Newton's law of gravity explains why objects fall.
   • The law of conservation of energy is fundamental in physics.
   • According to the laws of thermodynamics, energy cannot be created or destroyed.

   Sinónimosprinciplerule

4. The legal professionB1formal

   The profession of lawyers and judges.

   la profesión jurídica

   • He has practiced law for over twenty years.
   • She is a respected member of the law community.
   • A career in law requires dedication and hard work.

   Sinónimosbarlegal profession