적법성
The quality or state of being in accordance with the law; legitimacy.
Examples
3 of 5이 절차의 적법성을 먼저 확인해야 합니다.
We must first check the legality of this procedure.
검찰은 증거 수집 과정의 적법성을 강조했습니다.
The prosecution emphasized the legality of the evidence collection process.
그게 진짜 적법성이 있는 일이야?
Is that something that actually has legality?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jeok (fit) + Beop (law) + Seong (nature). Nature that fits the law.
Quick Quiz
이번 시위 진압 과정에서의 ( ) 여부를 두고 논란이 일고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 적법성
Examples
이 절차의 적법성을 먼저 확인해야 합니다.
everydayWe must first check the legality of this procedure.
검찰은 증거 수집 과정의 적법성을 강조했습니다.
formalThe prosecution emphasized the legality of the evidence collection process.
그게 진짜 적법성이 있는 일이야?
informalIs that something that actually has legality?
민주주의 국가에서 공권력 행사의 적법성은 필수적인 요소이다.
academicIn a democratic state, the legality of the exercise of public power is an essential element.
회계 감사 결과, 자금 운용의 적법성이 입증되었습니다.
businessAs a result of the audit, the legality of the fund management was proven.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
적법한 절차
due process / legal procedure
적법성을 확보하다
to secure legality
적법성에 어긋나다
to go against legality
Often Confused With
적법성 is strictly about following written law (legality), while 정당성 is about being morally or logically right (legitimacy/justification).
Usage Notes
Used in academic writing regarding government, law, and business ethics.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it for 'fairness' in games; use it for 'official laws'.
Memory Tip
Jeok (fit) + Beop (law) + Seong (nature). Nature that fits the law.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 適法 (legal) + 性 (nature).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
이번 시위 진압 과정에서의 ( ) 여부를 두고 논란이 일고 있다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 적법성
Related Vocabulary
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준수
B1The act of following or complying with laws, rules, regulations, or promises. It implies obedience to a standard.
이행
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회부하다
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구속력
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명문화하다
B2To stipulate or codify something in writing, especially in a law, contract, or official regulation, to make it clear and binding.
자의적
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지적재산
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박탈하다
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시인하다
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불가항력
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