Meaning 1formal · 82%
The courts and state authorities that interpret or enforce the law.
Natural examples
Die Justiz befasst sich nun mit dem Betrugsverdacht.
The justice system is now dealing with the fraud allegation.
Die Reform soll die Justiz unabhängiger machen.
The reform aims to make the judiciary more independent.
Sie arbeitet seit Jahren in der Justiz.
She has worked in the justice system for years.
Usage note
Justiz is feminine and usually uncountable. Common phrases concern reforming the judiciary or appearing before it.
Mini-lesson: Justiz
The courts and state authorities that interpret or enforce the law. Justiz is feminine and usually uncountable. Common phrases concern reforming the judiciary or appearing before it.
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