Portuguese · Culture & Society
Lei
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Law
Intermediatenoun · f
Definition
A system of rules created and enforced through social or governmental institutions.
Sistema de regras criadas e aplicadas por instituições governamentais.
Example
Todo cidadão deve respeitar a lei.
Every citizen must respect the law.
Etymology
'Lei' comes from the Latin 'lex', referring to a law or rule. This term has been used in various legal contexts from ancient Rome through the development of the Portuguese legal system.
How & Where It’s Used
'Lei' is primarily used in formal and legal contexts, both spoken and written. It appears in legal texts, legislation, and conversations regarding rights and regulations.