frei|sprechen
Translation
to acquit, to absolve
Examples
Der Richter musste den Angeklagten freisprechen.
The judge had to acquit the defendant.
Sie wurde von allen Vorwürfen freigesprochen.
She was acquitted of all charges.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((of sth.)) to acquit (sb.) (of sth.) They acquitted him of the crime.
((sb.)) to acquit (sb.) The judge had to acquit him.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to clear, to exonerate; Antonyms: to convict, to find guilty
Etymology
Composed of 'frei' (free) and 'sprechen' (to speak). The literal meaning is 'to speak free'.
Memory Tips
Think of a judge 'speaking' a verdict that makes the defendant 'free'.