legalidad
“legalidad” means “legality” in Spanish (the quality of being legal).
legality
Also: the law, lawfulness
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Dudamos de la legalidad de ese contrato.
A2We doubt the legality of that contract.
Todo se hizo dentro de la legalidad vigente.
B1Everything was done within the current legal framework.
El abogado cuestionó la legalidad de las pruebas presentadas.
B2The lawyer questioned the lawfulness of the evidence presented.
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Which article should you use with 'legalidad'?
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From the Latin word 'legalitas', which comes from 'lex' meaning 'law'. It describes the state of being in agreement with the laws.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'legalidad' the same as 'justicia'?
Not exactly. 'Legalidad' refers to what is allowed by written laws, while 'justicia' (justice) refers to what is fair or right. Sometimes something can be 'legal' but not 'justo'.
Can I use 'legalidad' in the plural?
It is very rare. Usually, we use 'legalidad' as an abstract singular noun. If you need to talk about different sets of laws, you would use 'leyes' or 'marcos legales'.
Is 'legalidad' used in casual conversation?
It is more common in professional, academic, or news contexts. In casual talk, people might just say 'es legal' (it's legal) or 'está permitido' (it's allowed).