die Schöffinnen
Translation
female lay judges, female assessors
Examples
Die Schöffinnen beraten über das Urteil.
The female lay judges are deliberating on the verdict.
Grammar Patterns
((as Schöffinnen)) to serve - to serve as female lay judges The two women serve as Schöffinnen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Richterin (female judge), Laienrichterin (female lay judge)
Etymology
From Middle High German 'schaffen' (to create, order). A 'Schöffin' is a woman who helps shape justice. The suffix '-in' denotes female, and '-nen' is its plural.
Memory Tips
Think of them helping to 'shape' (from 'schaffen') a just verdict.