Korean

민사
Meaning: civil legal matter; civil case
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

법원은 그 분쟁을 민사로 다루었다.
The court treated the dispute as a civil matter.
민사 소송에서 원고는 소권을 행사해 법원에 판결을 요구했다.
In the civil lawsuit, the plaintiff exercised the right of action and asked the court for a judgment.
민사 소송에서 처분권주의는 당사자의 주도권을 인정한다.
In civil litigation, the principle of party disposition recognizes the parties' control over the case.
민사 소송에서 당사자는 구문권을 행사하여 상대방 진술을 확인했다.
In the civil lawsuit, the party requested clarifying questions and confirmed the opposing party's statement.

Usage Notes

Used for private-law disputes about rights, contracts, damages, or personal interests. It contrasts with 형사, criminal matters.

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