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courtroom

[ ˈkɔːrtˌruːm ]

Noun

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legal proceedings

A courtroom is a room in which legal proceedings take place, typically with a judge, jury, and lawyers present. The courtroom is where trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings are conducted.

Synonyms

court, judicial chamber, tribunal.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
courtroom	Used to refer specifically to the physical space where court proceedings occur. The defendant stood nervously in the courtroom The trial takes place in courtroom number 4
court	Can refer to the judicial institution as a whole, the group of judges, or the physical place where legal cases are heard. It is broader than 'courtroom'. The Supreme Court made a historic decision The case was brought before the court
tribunal	Typically used for specialized courts or judicial bodies that deal with specific types of cases, such as employment disputes or war crimes. It can also imply a more formal and serious setting. The international tribunal dealt with crimes against humanity He presented his case to the employment tribunal
judicial chamber	This term is used to refer to the private office or chambers of a judge, where they work on cases outside of official court sessions. The judge reviewed the case files in his judicial chamber Decisions can sometimes be discussed in the judicial chamber

Examples of usage

The defendant stood in front of the judge in the courtroom.
The courtroom was packed with spectators during the high-profile trial.
The lawyer presented evidence to the jury in the courtroom.

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architecture

A courtroom is a designed space within a courthouse where legal proceedings occur. It often includes a raised platform for the judge, seating for the jury, witness stand, and areas for the prosecution and defense.

Synonyms

court, courtroom chamber, judicial room.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
courtroom	This term is often used to describe the actual space in which legal proceedings take place, including trials and hearings. It's a general term that people are most familiar with. The defendant walked into the courtroom, ready to face the charges against him. The atmosphere in the courtroom was tense as the jury delivered the verdict.
court	While 'court' can refer to the physical space of a courtroom, it is more commonly used to denote the institution of judicial authority, including the judges and legal body as a whole. She presented her case to the court. The court ruled in favor of the plaintiff.
courtroom chamber	This term is less common and typically refers to a private room adjacent to the main courtroom where the judge may meet with lawyers or deliberate in private. The judge retreated to the courtroom chamber to review the evidence. Lawyers met in the courtroom chamber to discuss the plea bargain.
judicial room	This is not a commonly used term. However, it can refer to any room used for judicial purposes within a courthouse, which could include the courtroom, meeting rooms, or other facilities utilized by judges and lawyers. The parties moved to the judicial room for a private discussion. He waited in the judicial room for his case to be called.

Examples of usage

The new courtroom design included state-of-the-art technology for evidence presentation.
The historic courtroom was preserved to maintain its original architecture.
The courtroom layout was carefully planned to ensure proper functionality.

Translations

Translations of the word "courtroom" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sala de tribunal

🇮🇳 अदालत का कक्ष

🇩🇪 Gerichtssaal

🇮🇩 ruang sidang

🇺🇦 зал суду

🇵🇱 sala sądowa

🇯🇵 法廷

🇫🇷 salle d'audience

🇪🇸 sala del tribunal

🇹🇷 mahkeme salonu

🇰🇷 법정

🇸🇦 قاعة المحكمة

🇨🇿 soudní síň

🇸🇰 súdna sieň

🇨🇳 法庭

🇸🇮 sodna dvorana

🇮🇸 dómsalur

🇰🇿 сот залы

🇬🇪 სასამართლო დარბაზი

🇦🇿 məhkəmə zalı

🇲🇽 sala del tribunal

Etymology

The term 'courtroom' originated in the late 17th century, derived from the word 'court' meaning an assembly held by a sovereign or other high dignitary. The addition of 'room' denotes the physical space where legal proceedings take place. Over time, courtrooms have evolved in design and function to accommodate the needs of the legal system.