penal
Translation
penal, punitive
Examples
Das penale System braucht Reformen.
The penal system needs reforms.
Er studierte penale Rechtsprechung.
He studied penal jurisprudence.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) penal The penal system is very complex.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strafrechtlich (related to criminal law); Antonyms: zivilrechtlich (related to civil law)
Etymology
From Latin 'poenalis' (relating to punishment), from 'poena' (punishment, penalty).
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'penal' or 'penalty'. It's used in legal contexts, like 'penal code'.