foral - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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foral (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Adjective

Phonetic Transcription

/fɔˈɾal/

Translation Options into English

Meaning and Usage

The term "foral" is often used in a legal context to refer to laws or rights that are specific to regions in Spain that have their own historical legal systems, primarily in regions like the Basque Country and Navarre. This word signifies the autonomy and special legal provisions that these regions have, often related to taxes, local governance, and customs.

Example Sentences

  1. La comunidad foral tiene su propio sistema fiscal.
  2. The foral community has its own tax system.

  3. El derecho foral se aplica a ciertas regiones de España.

  4. Foral law applies to certain regions of Spain.

  5. Las leyes forales permiten una mayor autonomía local.

  6. Foral laws allow for greater local autonomy.

Idiomatic Expressions

"foral" is relatively specific and does not have many traditional idiomatic expressions associated with it. However, here are a few phrases that incorporate the concept of foralism in the context of regional governance:

  1. El régimen foral se basa en la historia y la cultura local.
  2. The foral regime is based on local history and culture.

  3. Con la ley foral, los pueblos tienen más poder sobre sus recursos.

  4. With the foral law, towns have more control over their resources.

  5. La defensa del derecho foral es esencial para la identidad cultural de la región.

  6. The defense of foral law is essential for the cultural identity of the region.

  7. La autonomía foral permite a las comunidades gestionar sus propios asuntos.

  8. Foral autonomy allows communities to manage their own affairs.

Etymology

The word "foral" is derived from the Latin term "foralis," which refers to a "forum" or "local privilege." Over time, it evolved in the context of local laws and rights particularly associated with certain autonomous communities in Spain.

Synonyms and Antonyms



23-07-2024