Translation and Meaning of: 判決 - hanketsu

The Japanese word 「判決」 (hanketsu) comprises two kanji: 「判」 (han) and 「決」 (ketsu). The first, 「判」, carries the meaning of "judgment," "decision," or "distinction," and is commonly associated with the act of assessing or determining something authoritatively. The second kanji, 「決」, means "to decide" or "to resolve," indicating a closure or determination of a situation. Together, these kanji form the word 「判決」, which literally translates to "judgment decision" or "verdict."

In practice, "判決" is a legal term specifically used to refer to the verdict given by a judge or court in a legal case. This concept is central to legal systems around the world, as most cases in court culminate in some type of formal verdict or decision, reflecting the importance of the trial process and conflict resolution in society. The romaji pronunciation, "hanketsu," highlights the phonetic connection between the kanji characters and their reading in the Japanese language.

The origin and current use of the word have their roots deeply integrated into Japanese legal culture, which drew inspiration from Chinese legal systems in the past. Over the centuries, and with subsequent westernizations, the adaptation of the term has maintained its essential semantics, but the legal context has expanded, encompassing a series of subprocesses and judicial pronouncements. As part of legal jargon, 「判決」 (hanketsu) also unfolds into related expressions, such as 「判決文」 (hanketsubun), which refers to the text of the written judgment or decision, and 「判決結果」 (hanketsukekka), which denotes the outcome of the judgment.

The application of 「判決」 is therefore vast within the legal sphere, not only in criminal proceedings but also in civil and commercial matters. In popular culture, the word may appear in news reports, courtroom dramas, movies, and other forms of media that deal with themes of justice and law. This diversity of context reflects the relevance and adaptability of the term in the daily functioning of the Japanese legal system, allowing for a broad and clear understanding of judicial processes and their resolutions.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 判定 (Hantei) - Determination or evaluation of a result.
• 裁決 (Saiketsu) - Decision or resolution of a dispute.
• 判決文 (Hanketsubun) - Text of the court decision.
• 裁判 (Saiban) - Trial or judicial process.
• 裁定 (Saidai) - Administrative or arbitral decision.
• 判決書面 (Hanketsusho-men) - Document that presents the court decision.
• 裁決文 (Saiketsubun) - Decision text in administrative contexts.
• 裁判所の判決 (Saibansho no hanketsu) - Judicial decision from a court.
• 裁判官の判決 (Saibankan no hanketsu) - Decision issued by a judge.
• 裁判の判決 (Saiban no hanketsu) - Result of the specific legal action.
• 判決を下す (Hanketsu o kudasu) - Render a decision.
• 裁決を下す (Saiketsu o kudasu) - Issue a decision or resolution.
• 判決を言い渡す (Hanketsu o ii watasu) - Officially announce a court decision.
• 裁決を言い渡す (Saiketsu o ii watasu) - Formally announce a decision in a dispute.

判決

Romaji: hanketsu
Kana: はんけつ
Type: Noun
L: jlpt-n1

Translation / Meaning: Judicial decision; judgment; verdict; decree

Meaning in English: judicial decision;judgement;sentence;decree

Definition: make legal decisions;

Example Sentences - (判決) hanketsu

See below some example sentences:

この判決は正当です。

Kono hanketsu wa seitō desu

This judgment is justified.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this" or "this here"
• 判決 - noun that means "sentence" or "judicial decision"
• は - topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence, in this case, "the sentence"
• 正当 - adjective that means "fair" or "legitimate"
• です - verb "to be" in the polite and polite form
• . - punctuation mark indicating the end of the sentence

この判決は公正であると信じています。

Kono hanketsu wa kōsei de aru to shinjiteimasu

I believe this decision is fair.

• この - demonstrative pronoun that means "this"
• 判決 - Noun that means "verdict" or "sentence"
• は - Particle indicating the topic of the sentence
• 公正 - adjective meaning "fair" or "impartial"
• である - verb to be in its formal form
• と - particle that indicates direct quotation
• 信じています - verb that means "believe" or "trust" in a polite and present form