Chinese

bèigào
Meaning: defendant; the accused
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

法官宣判被告無罪釋放。
法官宣判被告无罪释放。
The judge declared the defendant not guilty and released him.
律師在法庭上為被告辯護。
The lawyer defended the defendant in court.
法官判處被告有期徒刑五年。
The judge sentenced the defendant to five years in prison.
原告決定撤回對被告的起訴。
The plaintiff decided to withdraw the lawsuit against the defendant.
律師將為被告辯護。
The lawyer will defend the accused.

Usage Notes

The party against whom a legal action is brought in a court of law.

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