justicia
“justicia” means “justice” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
justice, fairness
Also: righteousness
📝 In Action
Todos merecen recibir un trato con justicia, sin importar quiénes sean.
A2Everyone deserves to receive treatment with fairness, regardless of who they are.
Luchamos por la justicia social en nuestro barrio.
B1We fight for social justice in our neighborhood.
justice system, judiciary
Also: court (system)
📝 In Action
El caso tardó meses en llegar a la justicia.
B1The case took months to reach the justice system (the courts).
La justicia dictó su veredicto ayer.
B2The court/judiciary announced its verdict yesterday.
Las autoridades trabajan para garantizar el acceso a la justicia para todos.
C1The authorities work to guarantee access to the justice system for everyone.
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Words that translate to "justicia" in Spanish:
fairness→judiciary→justice→justice system→righteousness→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: justicia
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'justicia' to refer to the abstract concept of fairness, rather than the legal system?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes directly from the Latin word 'iustitia,' meaning 'equity, righteousness,' which itself comes from the word 'iustus' (just or right). It has kept its core meaning related to law and moral correctness for thousands of years.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish texts (as 'justicia').
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 'justicia' feminine?
'Justicia' follows the pattern of many Spanish abstract nouns that end in -ia (like 'paciencia' or 'elegancia'), which are almost always feminine. It is rooted in the feminine Latin noun 'iustitia'.
How do I distinguish between 'justicia' and 'justo'?
'Justicia' is the noun, the thing itself (justice/fairness). 'Justo' is the adjective, describing something that is fair or right ('un trato justo' - a fair deal).