Definition

Noun: - Law, regulation, ordinance: A formal, authoritative rule or decree issued by a governing body, often carrying the force of law. It implies a binding command or statute.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Chính phủ ban hành một pháp lịnh mới. (The government issued a new ordinance.)
  • Mọi người phải tuân theo pháp lịnh. (Everyone must obey the regulations.)
  • Pháp lịnh này có hiệu lực từ ngày mai. (This law takes effect from tomorrow.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "pháp lịnh" is often used in formal, legal, or governmental contexts to refer to specific decrees or statutes, similar to "enactment" or "decree-law."

Variants and Related Words

• Luật pháp (n): The general body of laws; the legal system.
• Nghị định (n): A decree; a detailed regulation issued to implement a law.
• Thông tư (n): A circular; a legal document providing guidance on implementing laws and decrees.

Synonyms

• Decree: An official order issued by a legal authority.
• Ordinance: A piece of legislation enacted by a municipal authority.
• Statute: A written law passed by a legislative body.
• Regulation: A rule or directive made and maintained by an authority.

Related Idioms

• Dưới ánh sáng của pháp lịnh: Under the light of the law; meaning to act in accordance with legal statutes.
  • Công ty hoạt động dưới ánh sáng của pháp lịnh. (The company operates under the light of the law.)

noun

1. law, regulations, ordinances