Jurisprudencia (en. Jurisprudence)

/xuɾispuɾˈðensja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Science that studies law and its application.
Jurisprudence is fundamental for the interpretation of laws.
La jurisprudencia es fundamental para la interpretación de las leyes.
Decisions and doctrines that have been established in the judicial realm.
The jurisprudence of the supreme court is very influential.
La jurisprudencia del tribunal supremo es muy influyente.
A set of judicial rulings and resolutions on a subject.
It is important to analyze the current jurisprudence in this case.
Es importante analizar la jurisprudencia vigente en este caso.

Etymology

From Latin 'jurisprudentia', which is composed of 'jus' (law) and 'prudentia' (wisdom or prudence).

Common Phrases and Expressions

established jurisprudence
A set of rulings that have been repeated or accepted as precedents.
jurisprudencia consolidada
administrative jurisprudence
A set of decisions related to administrative law.
jurisprudencia administrativa
criminal jurisprudence
Rules and decisions related to criminal law.
jurisprudencia penal

Related Words

law
A set of rules that govern a society.
derecho
statute
A legal norm of a general character.
ley
ruling
Judicial decision that ends a process.
sentencia

Slang Meanings

Understanding of the law.
That lawyer has good jurisprudence.
Ese abogado tiene buena jurisprudencia.
Interpretation of a ruling.
The jurisprudence in this case was clear and compelling.
La jurisprudencia en este caso fue clara y contundente.