die Besorgnis der Befangenheit
Translation
apprehension of bias, concern about partiality, appearance of bias
Examples
Es besteht die Besorgnis der Befangenheit des Richters.
There is an apprehension of bias concerning the judge.
Grammar Patterns
the ((apprehension of bias)) exists Es besteht die Besorgnis der Befangenheit.
Similar Words
Zweifel an der Unparteilichkeit (doubt about impartiality)
Etymology
Made up of 'Besorgnis' (concern, apprehension) and 'Befangenheit' (bias, partiality). 'Befangenheit' derives from 'fangen' (to catch), suggesting being 'caught' by a prejudice.
Memory Tips
A legal term. Imagine a judge being 'caught' ('gefangen') in a conflict of interest, which causes 'concern' ('Besorgnis').