sentencia
sentence
The Spanish word 'sentencia' translates to 'sentence' in English. It is typically used in the context of language and grammar, where it refers to a set of words that make complete sense. This can be a declarative, interrogative or exclamatory statement, etc. Additionally, in a legal context, 'sentencia' can also mean 'a court's judgment'.
Example sentences using: sentencia
Aún no se ha emitido una sentencia en ese caso.
A sentence has not yet been issued in that case.
In this example, 'sentencia' is used in a legal context, referring to a decision made by a judge or court in a legal case.
La sentencia que ella dictó fue muy controvertida.
The sentence she dictated was very controversial.
Here, 'sentencia' also refers to a legal decision or judgement. The phrase indicates that this decision, made by a female judge or authority, caused a lot of disputes or disagreements.
La sentencia de muerte cambió su vida para siempre.
The death sentence changed his life forever.
This sentence uses 'sentencia' to refer to a specific type of legal decision, a 'death sentence' - the punishment of death assigned to a defendant found guilty of a crime.