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    Cadí (en. Qadi)

    /kaˈðɪ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A magistrate or judge in Islamic law who has the authority to judge cases and issue sentences.
    The cadi determined that the inheritance should be divided equitably among the children.
    El cadí determinó que la herencia debía dividirse equitativamente entre los hijos.
    A person who acts as an arbitrator in legal matters or in controversies between parties.
    The cadi mediated in the conflict to reach a friendly agreement.
    El cadí medió en el conflicto para llegar a un acuerdo amistoso.
    He is responsible for maintaining justice and order in the community where he performs his duties.
    The cadi is a respected figure within the community.
    El cadí es una figura respetada dentro de la comunidad.

    Etymology

    From Arabic 'qāḍī', which means judge.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    justice of the cadi
    Reference to the impartiality and fairness in justice that is expected from a cadi.
    justicia del cadí
    decision of the cadi
    Rulings or resolutions issued by a cadi.
    decisión del cadí

    Related Words

    Sharia
    Set of Islamic laws that the cadi applies.
    Sharía
    jurisprudence
    The study or philosophy of laws, related to the cadi's rulings.
    jurisprudencia

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to someone who makes arbitrary decisions.
    Don't be a cadi, don't decide without listening to both sides.
    No seas cadí, no decidas sin escuchar a ambas partes.
    Colloquial use to refer to someone with authority over minor matters.
    He feels like the cadi of his friend group, always wanting to have the final word.
    Él se siente cadí de su grupo de amigos, siempre quiere tener la última palabra.