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Lawyers

🇬🇧 UK //ˈlɔːjəz// 🇺🇸 US //ˈlɔɪərz//

Meaning of Lawyers

Professionals who provide legal advice and represent clients in legal matters.

In simple words: People who help others with legal problems.

Lawyers in a sentence

• Lawyers play a crucial role in ensuring justice is served.
• Many lawyers specialize in criminal law.
• Individuals often seek lawyers for help with contracts.
• The lawyers presented strong arguments in favor of their clients.
• She hired lawyers to assist her with the divorce settlement.
• Lawyers must adhere to strict ethical guidelines when representing clients.
• He became one of the top lawyers in his field.
• Lawyers often work long hours to prepare for cases.

How to use Lawyers

Use 'lawyers' in formal contexts like court or legal discussions. Avoid using it in casual conversations unless referring to legal issues.

Grammar pattern

lawyer + object

Memory hint

Think of 'Law' for the legal system and 'yers' as helpers.

Related words

Collocations with Lawyers

• criminal lawyers
• family lawyers
• personal injury lawyers
• corporate lawyers
• intellectual property lawyers

Synonyms for Lawyers

• attorneys
• legal advisors
• counselors
• solicitors
• barristers

Opposites of Lawyers

• client
• defendant
• plaintiff

Common mistakes with Lawyers

• Confusing lawyers with attorneys; they have similar roles but may differ by jurisdiction.
• Using the singular form 'lawyer' incorrectly when referring to multiple people.
• Not capitalizing 'Lawyers' when used as a title or in a specific context.

Frequently asked questions about Lawyers

What does Lawyers mean?

People who help others with legal problems.

What is the definition of Lawyers?

Professionals who provide legal advice and represent clients in legal matters.

How do you use Lawyers in a sentence?

Lawyers play a crucial role in ensuring justice is served.

Can you give another example of Lawyers?

Many lawyers specialize in criminal law.

What are synonyms for Lawyers?

Common alternatives include attorneys, legal advisors, counselors, solicitors, barristers.

What is the opposite of Lawyers?

Opposite meanings include client, defendant, plaintiff.

What words go with Lawyers?

It commonly pairs with criminal lawyers, family lawyers, personal injury lawyers, corporate lawyers, intellectual property lawyers.

What are common mistakes when using Lawyers?

Confusing lawyers with attorneys; they have similar roles but may differ by jurisdiction. Using the singular form 'lawyer' incorrectly when referring to multiple people. Not capitalizing 'Lawyers' when used as a title or in a specific context.

How do you pronounce Lawyers?

US: //ˈlɔɪərz//, UK: //ˈlɔːjəz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Lawyers formal or informal?

"Lawyers" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Lawyers?

Use 'lawyers' in formal contexts like court or legal discussions. Avoid using it in casual conversations unless referring to legal issues.