lawyer — a person whose profession is to represent clients in a court of law or to advise them on legal matters
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person whose profession is to represent clients in a court of law or to advise them on legal matters
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlɔɪər/
Korean meaning: 법정에서 고객을 대변하거나 법적 문제에 대해 조언하는 전문직 종사자, 변호사
Korean pronunciation: 로이-어 (강세: 로이)
Example Sentences
- The lawyer objected so many times that the judge asked if he had a stutter.
- My lawyer charges $500 per hour, which is more expensive than my therapist.
- Every citizen has the right to consult with a lawyer before making a statement.
lawyer
NOUN//ˈlɔɪər//
a person whose profession is to represent clients in a court of law or to advise them on legal matters
The lawyer presented strong arguments during the court case.
The lawyer gave legal advice to help the family. (LAW + DEFEND = LAWYER)
The lawyer became a supporter and protector for the client.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
14세기 중세 영어 'lawier'에서 유래했으며, 'law(법)'에 '-yer(~하는 사람)'이 결합된 형태입니다. 마치 법의 전사처럼 정의를 위해 싸우는 사람이라는 의미가 담겨있습니다.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The lawyer objected so many times that the judge asked if he had a stutter.”
“My lawyer charges $500 per hour, which is more expensive than my therapist.”
“Every citizen has the right to consult with a lawyer before making a statement.”
“She became a lawyer to fight for social justice and human rights.”
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