法的トラブル

hōteki toraburu
noun phraseIntermediate legal troubleLoanword from Englishトラブル
⚖️Law
formaltechnical

Legal issues or problems that require legal intervention or resolution, often involving disputes, violations, or conflicts with the law.

この契約書には法的トラブルを引き起こす可能性がある。

This contract may cause legal trouble.

会社は法的トラブルを避けるために弁護士を雇った。

The company hired a lawyer to avoid legal trouble.

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The term is commonly used in legal, business, and corporate contexts to describe situations where legal action or consultation is necessary.

Related Phrases

法的紛争phrase
legal dispute

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Usage

While '法的トラブル' is formal, 'トラブル' alone can be used in both formal and informal contexts. For example, 'トラブルが発生した' (trouble occurred) is common in everyday speech.

Gold Rule

Legal Context

This phrase is most commonly used in legal, business, or corporate settings. It is less common in casual conversation.

📖Word Origin

The term combines '法的' (hōteki, meaning 'legal') and 'トラブル' (toraburu, a loanword from English 'trouble'). The latter is widely used in Japanese to describe problems or difficulties, often in a legal or technical context.

📝Usage Notes

While 'トラブル' is a loanword from English, it is fully integrated into Japanese and is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. The phrase '法的トラブル' is more formal and typically used in legal or business settings.

Word Breakdown

法的
legal
adjective
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トラブル
trouble
noun
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