jury
含义: A group of citizens selected to hear evidence and decide a verdict in court
A jury is a group of ordinary citizens selected to hear evidence in a court case and decide whether someone is guilty or innocent. In British courts, a jury typically consists of twelve people who must reach a unanimous or majority verdict. The jury system is considered a fundamental part of democratic justice in common law countries.
例句
- The jury deliberated for three days before reaching a verdict. 陪审团审议了三天才做出裁决。El jurado deliberó durante tres días antes de llegar a un veredicto.陪審員は評決に達するまで3日間審議しました。배심원단은 평결에 도달하기까지 3일간 심의했습니다.
- She was called up for jury duty and had to take time off work. 她被传召担任陪审员,不得不请假。La llamaron para el servicio de jurado y tuvo que pedir permiso en el trabajo.彼女は陪審員として召喚され、仕事を休まなければなりませんでした。그녀는 배심원으로 소환되어 직장을 쉬어야 했습니다.
- The defence lawyer made an impassioned plea to the jury. 辩护律师向陪审团发表了慷慨激昂的陈词。El abogado defensor hizo una súplica apasionada al jurado.弁護側の弁護士は陪審員に熱のこもった訴えをしました。변호인 측 변호사는 배심원단에게 열정적인 탄원을 했습니다.
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用法指南
语境: general
语气: neutral
起源与历史
From Anglo-French 'juree' (oath, sworn inquiry), from Old French 'jurée', from Latin 'jurare' (to swear). Originally referred to the sworn oath taken by those deciding a case.
文化背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
故事与趣闻
From Old French 'juree' meaning 'oath, inquiry,' from Latin 'jurare' (to swear). Originally referred to a group of people sworn to give a true verdict, highlighting the sacred duty of impartial judgement.
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