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penal in German

penal in German is strafrechtlich — penal means relating to punishment, especially punishment set out by law.

penal in German

strafrechtlich
adj
Of or relating to punishment.

What does "penal" mean?

  1. adj Relating to punishment, especially punishment set out by law.
    "He was sent to a penal colony for his crimes."
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penal in a sentence

  • He was sent to a penal colony for his crimes.
  • The country reformed its penal code to reduce harsh sentences.

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What is "penal" in German?

"penal" in German is strafrechtlich. penal means: Relating to punishment, especially punishment set out by law.

How do you use "penal" in a sentence?

Example: "He was sent to a penal colony for his crimes." In German, "penal" is strafrechtlich.

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