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法律問題
hōritsu mondai
legal issue
この法律問題を解決するためには専門家の助けが必要だ。
Expert help is needed to resolve this legal issue.
Law
formal
A matter or dispute that falls under the jurisdiction of laws and legal systems.
離婚は法律問題であり、弁護士に相談すべきだ。
Divorce is a legal issue and should be discussed with a lawyer.
契約書の解釈に関する法律問題が発生した。
A legal issue regarding the interpretation of the contract arose.
Often used in formal contexts such as legal documents, discussions, or news reports.
Pro Tip
Distinguish from similar phrases
「法律問題」 refers specifically to issues governed by law, while 「社会問題」 (social issue) or 「経済問題」 (economic issue) refer to broader problems. Context is key.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. informal
Use 「法律問題」 in formal settings (e.g., legal documents, news reports). For casual discussions, simpler phrases like 「法律のこと」 or 「法的なトラブル」 may be used.
Word Origin
Combines 「法律」 (hōritsu, 'law') and 「問題」 (mondai, 'problem/issue'). Both are native Japanese words; the phrase is a straightforward compound meaning 'legal problem.'
Usage Notes
Used in both written and spoken Japanese, primarily in formal or professional contexts. Avoid using in casual conversation unless discussing legal matters.
Word Breakdown
法律
law
noun問題
problem/issue
noun和英辞典