Meaning 1neutral; social and legal · 82%
The quality of treating people fairly and giving them what is due.
Natural examples
Die Richterin achtete auf Gerechtigkeit für alle Beteiligten.
The judge sought justice for everyone involved.
Die Schüler diskutierten über Gerechtigkeit bei der Notenvergabe.
The students discussed fairness in grading.
Viele Menschen setzen sich für soziale Gerechtigkeit ein.
Many people work for social justice.
Usage note
Gerechtigkeit is feminine and usually uncountable. It can refer to personal fairness, social conditions, or the justice system.
Mini-lesson: Gerechtigkeit
The quality of treating people fairly and giving them what is due. Gerechtigkeit is feminine and usually uncountable. It can refer to personal fairness, social conditions, or the justice system.
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