Meaning of Sentencing
In simple words: The punishment given to someone after a court trial.
Sentencing in a sentence
- The judge announced the sentencing of the defendant.
- The sentencing took place after a lengthy trial.
- Many were shocked by the harsh sentencing imposed for the crime.
- During the sentencing phase, the attorney presented mitigating factors.
- The sentencing guidelines help judges determine appropriate punishments.
How to use Sentencing
Commonly used in legal contexts. It's considered formal, and might not be appropriate for casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
subject + is sentenced + to + object
Memory hint
Think of 'sentence' as in court; sentencing is the act that gives a sentence.
Related words
Collocations with Sentencing
- impose a sentencing
- harsh sentencing
- fair sentencing
Synonyms for Sentencing
Common mistakes with Sentencing
- Confusing with 'sentiment' which means a feeling or opinion.
- Using 'sentence' instead of 'sentencing' when referring to the act of deciding a punishment.
Compare Sentencing with Punishment, Ruling, Judgment, Verdict, Consequence
Sentencing appears in
Sentencing in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إصدار الحكم
العقوبة التي تُفرض على شخص بعد محاكمة قضائية.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সাজা প্রদান
আদালতের বিচারের পর কাউকে যে শাস্তি দেওয়া হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Urteilsverkündung
Die Strafe, die jemandem nach einem Gerichtsverfahren auferlegt wird.
- SpanishEspañol
Sentencia
El castigo que se le da a alguien después de un juicio.
- Persianفارسی
صدور حکم
مجازاتی که پس از محاکمه دادگاه به کسی داده میشود.
- FrenchFrançais
La sentence
La punition infligée à quelqu'un après un procès.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सजा सुनाना
अदालत में मुक़दमे के बाद किसी को दी जाने वाली सज़ा।
- ItalianItaliano
Sentencing
La punizione data a qualcuno dopo un processo in tribunale.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Sentencing
A punição dada a alguém após um julgamento.
- RussianРусский
Приговор, вынесение приговора
Наказание, которое назначают человеку после судебного разбирательства.
- Urduاردو
سزا
عدالت کے مقدمے کے بعد مجرم کو دی جانے والی سزا۔
- Chinese中文
判刑
法院审判后给出的惩罚。
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Frequently asked questions about Sentencing
What does Sentencing mean?
The punishment given to someone after a court trial.
What is the definition of Sentencing?
The formal decision made by a court about the punishment for a crime.
How do you use Sentencing in a sentence?
The judge announced the sentencing of the defendant.
Can you give another example of Sentencing?
The sentencing took place after a lengthy trial.
What are synonyms for Sentencing?
Common alternatives include punishment, ruling, judgment, verdict, consequence.
What words go with Sentencing?
It commonly pairs with impose a sentencing, harsh sentencing, fair sentencing.
What are common mistakes when using Sentencing?
Confusing with 'sentiment' which means a feeling or opinion. Using 'sentence' instead of 'sentencing' when referring to the act of deciding a punishment.
How do you pronounce Sentencing?
US: //ˈsɛntənʃɪŋ//, UK: //ˈsɛntənsɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Sentencing formal or informal?
"Sentencing" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Sentencing?
Commonly used in legal contexts. It's considered formal, and might not be appropriate for casual conversations.





