C1nounformal10K+

UK/["/traɪˈbjuːnl/"]/US/["/traɪˈbjuːnl/"]/

Meaning of Tribunal

In simple words: A special court that deals with specific legal cases.

Tribunal in a sentence

  • an international war crimes tribunal
  • a military tribunal
  • He stood trial before an international tribunal.
  • She told the tribunal that she was a victim of sex discrimination.
  • She took her case to a tribunal.
  • The case went to a tribunal.
  • The disciplinary tribunal upheld an earlier ruling.
  • The dispute was settled by a tribunal.
  • The tribunal sentenced him to twenty years in prison.
  • an employment tribunal claim

How to use Tribunal

Use 'tribunal' in legal contexts, especially in formal discussions about justice and legal processes. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'tribe' coming together to settle a dispute – a tribunal is a place for ruling.

Related words

Collocations with Tribunal

  • administrative tribunal
  • tribunal proceedings
  • international tribunal
  • tribunal decision

Opposites of Tribunal

  • court of appeal
  • peers
  • jury

Common mistakes with Tribunal

  • Confused with 'court' - a tribunal is usually specific to a type of case.
  • Using 'tribunal' in informal settings - it’s mainly for formal legal contexts.
  • Mispronounced - some learners may stress the wrong syllable.

Compare Tribunal with Court, Judiciary, Panel, Committee, Arbitration

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Frequently asked questions about Tribunal

What does Tribunal mean?

A special court that deals with specific legal cases.

What is the definition of Tribunal?

a type of court with the authority to deal with a particular problem or disagreement

How do you use Tribunal in a sentence?

an international war crimes tribunal

Can you give another example of Tribunal?

a military tribunal

What are synonyms for Tribunal?

Common alternatives include court, judiciary, panel, committee, arbitration.

What is the opposite of Tribunal?

Opposite meanings include court of appeal, peers, jury.

What words go with Tribunal?

It commonly pairs with administrative tribunal, tribunal proceedings, international tribunal, tribunal decision.

What are common mistakes when using Tribunal?

Confused with 'court' - a tribunal is usually specific to a type of case. Using 'tribunal' in informal settings - it’s mainly for formal legal contexts. Mispronounced - some learners may stress the wrong syllable.

How do you pronounce Tribunal?

US: /["/traɪˈbjuːnl/"]/, UK: /["/traɪˈbjuːnl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Tribunal formal or informal?

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

When should I use Tribunal?

Use 'tribunal' in legal contexts, especially in formal discussions about justice and legal processes. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Tribunal?

"Tribunal" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.