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B1 Sustantivo femenino plural #42 सबसे आम 9 मिनट पढ़ने का समय

leyes

शीर्ष 42

At the A1 level, the word leyes is introduced as a basic concept related to rules and authority. Students learn that leyes are the 'big rules' of a country. The focus is on recognizing the word and understanding its plural feminine form. A1 learners might use it in very simple sentences like 'Las leyes son importantes' or 'Hay leyes en mi ciudad'. The goal is to connect the word with the idea of 'rules' (reglas) that everyone must follow. At this stage, learners are not expected to know complex legal terminology, but they should be able to identify that 'las leyes' is the plural of 'la ley'. They might encounter it in basic texts about society or in simple classroom rules that are compared to 'leyes'. The emphasis is on gender agreement (las leyes) and the basic meaning of 'laws'. Learners should also be aware that laws are something that governments create. Simple associations, such as 'leyes' and 'policía' or 'leyes' and 'país', help solidify the concept. By the end of A1, a student should know that leyes means laws and that it is a feminine word.

At the A2 level, learners begin to use leyes in more specific contexts, such as traffic rules or school regulations. They can form slightly more complex sentences, such as 'Debemos seguir las leyes de tráfico' or 'En mi escuela no hay leyes, hay reglas'. A2 students start to see the difference between 'leyes' (formal, governmental) and 'reglas' (informal, specific to a place). They might also learn basic verbs like 'cumplir' (to obey) or 'respetar' (to respect) in relation to laws. The focus is on practical application: how laws affect daily life. For example, an A2 learner might describe the laws in their home country compared to another country. They are also introduced to the concept of 'leyes de la naturaleza' in a basic science context. Grammatically, they should be comfortable with 'las leyes' and using adjectives like 'buenas', 'malas', or 'nuevas'. The vocabulary expands to include related terms like 'gobierno' and 'justicia'. At this level, the word leyes is a tool for describing the structure of the world around them in a simple but effective way.

At the B1 level, leyes becomes a key term for discussing social issues, politics, and personal opinions. B1 learners are expected to talk about 'leyes justas' (just laws) and 'leyes injustas' (unjust laws). They can express their views on whether certain laws should be changed, using phrases like 'Creo que las leyes de este país son demasiado estrictas'. This level introduces the legislative process in a simplified way—how laws are 'aprobadas' (approved) or 'discutidas' (discussed). Learners also start to distinguish between 'leyes' and 'el derecho' (the legal system). They might read news articles about 'nuevas leyes' and be able to summarize the main points. The use of the subjunctive with leyes is also introduced: 'Es necesario que existan leyes para proteger el medio ambiente'. B1 students should also be familiar with common collocations like 'cumplir la ley' and 'romper la ley'. They can participate in debates about social rules and understand the importance of laws in maintaining order. The word is no longer just a vocabulary item; it is a concept used to build arguments and describe societal functions.

At the B2 level, the use of leyes involves a higher degree of precision and nuance. Learners are expected to understand the different types of laws, such as 'leyes orgánicas', 'leyes ordinarias', and 'decretos leyes'. They can discuss the role of the 'poder legislativo' in creating laws and the 'poder judicial' in enforcing them. B2 students use more sophisticated verbs like 'promulgar' (to enact), 'derogar' (to repeal), and 'infringir' (to violate). They can analyze the impact of 'leyes internacionales' on a country's domestic policy. The word is used in complex grammatical structures, including conditional sentences: 'Si las leyes fueran más claras, habría menos confusión'. Learners also explore the metaphorical and idiomatic uses of the word, such as 'la ley del más fuerte' or 'hecha la ley, hecha la trampa'. They can read and understand legal-adjacent texts, such as contracts or official government announcements, and discuss the ethical implications of certain laws. At this level, leyes is a fundamental part of their ability to engage in high-level academic and professional discourse in Spanish.

At the C1 level, learners possess a deep and nuanced understanding of leyes, including its historical, philosophical, and technical dimensions. They can discuss the evolution of 'leyes' from Roman law to modern constitutional frameworks. C1 students can differentiate between 'legalidad' (legality) and 'legitimidad' (legitimacy) and debate the morality of 'leyes' in depth. They are comfortable with highly formal and archaic legal language often found in historical documents or supreme court rulings. The vocabulary is extensive, including terms like 'jurisprudencia', 'preceptos', and 'disposiciones transitorias'. They can write persuasive essays on the need for 'reformas de las leyes' and analyze the linguistic nuances of how laws are drafted to avoid ambiguity. C1 learners also understand the cultural weight of 'leyes' in different Spanish-speaking regions, such as the influence of the Napoleonic Code. They can use the word in complex rhetorical devices and understand subtle irony or sarcasm related to legal matters. For a C1 student, leyes is not just a noun but a complex field of study that they can navigate with ease and sophistication.

At the C2 level, the mastery of leyes is equivalent to that of a native speaker with a high level of education. The learner can interpret and critique the most complex legal texts, including 'leyes fundamentales' and international treaties. They understand the subtle differences in meaning between 'leyes', 'normas', 'estatutos', 'reglamentos', and 'ordenanzas' in any given context. C2 students can discuss the 'espíritu de las leyes' (the spirit of the laws) and the philosophy of law (Filosofía del Derecho) with precision. They are familiar with famous legal quotes and historical 'leyes' that shaped the Spanish-speaking world, such as the 'Siete Partidas' of Alfonso X. Their use of the word is flawless, incorporating it into complex, multi-clause sentences with perfect grammatical agreement and sophisticated vocabulary. They can also play with the language, using puns or deep cultural references involving 'leyes'. At this level, the learner can function in professional legal environments, such as a 'bufete de abogados' or a 'juzgado', and can draft documents that respect the formal conventions of 'leyes'. The word is a tool for total mastery of the Spanish language in its most formal and structured forms.

इसका अभ्यास करें उदाहरण नोट्स और सुझाव

leyes 30 सेकंड में

Leyes refers to the formal, mandatory rules established by a government to maintain social order and protect the rights of its citizens in a country.
It is the plural form of the feminine noun 'ley', meaning you must always use feminine articles and adjectives like 'las leyes' or 'leyes nuevas'.
Beyond the legal system, the word is also used in science to describe universal principles, such as 'las leyes de la física' or 'las leyes de Newton'.
Common verbs used with this word include 'cumplir' (to obey), 'infringir' (to break), 'dictar' (to pass), and 'derogar' (to repeal) in formal contexts.

The Spanish word leyes is the plural form of ley, which translates directly to 'laws' in English. In a broad sense, leyes refers to the set of legal rules and regulations established by a competent authority—typically a government or legislative body—to govern the behavior of individuals within a society. These rules are mandatory, and their violation usually results in a specific penalty or sanction. However, the term is not limited strictly to the courtroom or the halls of parliament; it permeates various aspects of life, from the 'leyes de la naturaleza' (laws of nature) to the 'leyes del mercado' (market laws). Understanding leyes is fundamental for any student of Spanish because it touches upon the core of social organization, ethics, and civic responsibility. In Spanish-speaking cultures, the concept of leyes is often discussed in the context of 'el Estado de Derecho' (the Rule of Law), emphasizing that no one is above the law.

Legal Context: Refers to statutes, acts, and decrees passed by a legislative body like the 'Congreso' or 'Parlamento'.
Scientific Context: Refers to universal principles that describe how the physical world behaves, such as 'las leyes de Newton'.
Social Context: Refers to unwritten rules or norms that govern social interactions, often used metaphorically.

Historically, the concept of leyes in the Spanish-speaking world is deeply rooted in the Roman legal tradition (Derecho Romano), which differs significantly from the Anglo-American Common Law system. This means that in Spanish, leyes are often viewed as a codified, written set of principles rather than a collection of judicial precedents. When people use this word, they are often invoking the authority of the state or the undeniable truth of a scientific principle.

El ciudadano debe conocer las leyes de su país para ejercer sus derechos.

In everyday conversation, you might hear someone say 'así son las leyes' to express resignation about how things work, or 'con la ley en la mano' to indicate they are acting strictly according to the rules. The word also appears in religious contexts, such as 'las leyes de Dios' (the laws of God). Because it is a B1 level word, learners should be comfortable using it to discuss social issues, politics, and general rules of conduct. It is a versatile noun that bridges the gap between formal academic Spanish and practical, everyday communication. Whether you are discussing traffic regulations (leyes de tránsito) or the fundamental rights of humans (leyes de derechos humanos), this word is your primary tool for describing the boundaries of acceptable behavior in any given system.

Using leyes correctly involves understanding its grammatical gender and its relationship with specific verbs. As a feminine plural noun, it is always accompanied by 'las', 'unas', 'estas', or 'aquellas'. Common verbs that collocate with leyes include cumplir (to obey/fulfill), infringir (to break/violate), dictar (to issue/pass), and derogar (to repeal). For example, 'El gobierno dictó nuevas leyes de protección ambiental' (The government passed new environmental protection laws). Note how the adjective 'nuevas' and 'ambiental' (which is neutral but modifies the phrase) align with the noun.

Obeying: Todos tenemos la obligación de cumplir las leyes vigentes.
Breaking: Quien infringe las leyes debe enfrentar las consecuencias legales.
Creating: El poder legislativo es el encargado de crear las leyes.

In scientific contexts, the structure is often 'La ley de [Scientist/Concept]'. For instance, 'Las leyes de Kepler describen el movimiento de los planetas'. Here, the word maintains its authority but shifts from a social mandate to a descriptive principle.

Es fundamental que las leyes sean claras para todos los ciudadanos.

When discussing morality, you might use 'leyes morales'. When discussing the internet, 'leyes de protección de datos'. The flexibility of the word allows it to be modified by a wide range of adjectives to specify the domain of the rules. In more complex sentences, leyes can be the subject or the object. 'Las leyes protegen a los menores' (Laws protect minors) vs. 'Nosotros respetamos las leyes' (We respect the laws). In passive constructions, it is also common: 'Las leyes fueron aprobadas por unanimidad' (The laws were approved unanimously). For B1 learners, the key is to practice the agreement between the noun and its modifiers and to learn the specific verbs that describe legal actions. Using 'leyes' in the plural often implies a general system of rules, whereas the singular 'la ley' can refer to the concept of Law as an abstract entity. For example, 'La ley es igual para todos' (The law is the same for everyone) uses the singular to represent the entire legal system, while 'Existen muchas leyes sobre el comercio' (There are many laws about commerce) uses the plural to refer to specific regulations.

You will encounter the word leyes in a variety of settings, ranging from the highly formal to the surprisingly casual. The most obvious place is in the news. Spanish-language news outlets like RTVE, CNN en Español, or El País frequently report on 'nuevas leyes' being debated in 'el Congreso' or 'el Senado'. You will hear phrases like 'la aprobación de las leyes' or 'la reforma de las leyes de inmigración'. In these contexts, the tone is serious and informative.

Television & News: 'El parlamento debate hoy las nuevas leyes de educación'.
Academic Settings: 'En la clase de física, estudiaremos las leyes de la termodinámica'.
Workplace: 'Debemos seguir las leyes de seguridad laboral para evitar riesgos'.

In educational environments, particularly in science and history classes, leyes is a staple. Students learn about 'las leyes de Mendel' in biology or 'las Leyes de Indias' in history. In a professional setting, especially in human resources or management, you might hear about 'leyes laborales' (labor laws) or 'leyes fiscales' (tax laws).

En el telediario mencionaron que van a cambiar las leyes de tráfico.

Even in entertainment, such as legal dramas or police procedurals (like 'La Ley y el Orden'), the word is ubiquitous. Characters will talk about 'romper las leyes' or 'defender las leyes'. In casual conversation, people might use it to justify a behavior or to complain about bureaucracy: 'Hay demasiadas leyes y pocos resultados'. Finally, in the digital age, you'll see it on websites under 'Términos y Condiciones', where they mention 'leyes de privacidad' or 'leyes aplicables'. This word is not just for lawyers; it is for anyone living in a society that values order and structure. By listening for it in these different contexts, you will begin to appreciate the nuance between a 'ley' as a strict legal mandate and a 'ley' as a guiding principle of life or science.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when learning leyes is related to grammatical gender. Because 'law' is neutral in English, students often default to the masculine 'los leyes' or 'el ley'. It is crucial to internalize that ley is feminine. Therefore, it is always las leyes. Another common error is confusing leyes with derecho. While both can translate to 'law', derecho refers to the entire legal system or the study of law (e.g., 'Estudio Derecho'), whereas leyes refers to the specific rules themselves. You wouldn't say 'Estudio leyes' as a degree name, although you do study the laws within that degree.

Gender Error: Incorrect: Los leyes son difíciles. Correct: Las leyes son difíciles.
Conceptual Error: Incorrect: El derecho de gravedad. Correct: La ley de gravedad (for specific scientific principles).
Spelling Error: Incorrect: Leies. Correct: Leyes (the 'y' changes to 'ye' in the plural, but the 'y' remains).

A spelling mistake often occurs because the singular ends in 'y'. Some students try to pluralize it as 'leis' or 'leies', but the correct form is leyes. Additionally, learners sometimes use 'leyes' when they mean 'reglas' (rules). While often interchangeable, leyes implies a higher, more formal level of authority. You have 'reglas' in a board game, but 'leyes' in a country.

No digas 'los leyes', recuerda que es un sustantivo femenino.

Another nuance is the difference between 'leyes' and 'normas'. 'Normas' are often social or technical standards, while 'leyes' are legal requirements. Using 'leyes' for a simple social etiquette rule might sound too dramatic or incorrect. For example, 'Las leyes de la mesa' is wrong; it should be 'Las normas de etiqueta en la mesa'. Finally, be careful with the verb 'to break'. While 'romper' is understood, the more formal and correct legal term is 'infringir' or 'quebrantar'. Saying 'rompió la ley' is common in slang or casual speech, but 'infringió la ley' is what you will see in official documents or news reports.

To enrich your Spanish vocabulary, it is helpful to know words that are similar to leyes but carry slightly different connotations. The most common alternative is normas. While leyes are formal and legal, normas can be social, moral, or technical. For instance, 'normas de cortesía' (rules of politeness). Another similar word is reglas, which is often used for games, sports, or specific instructions (e.g., 'las reglas del fútbol').

Normas: General standards or guidelines, not always legal. Example: 'Normas de convivencia'.
Reglas: Specific instructions for a task or game. Example: 'Reglas ortográficas'.
Decretos: Specific orders issued by an executive authority (like a President). Example: 'Decreto real'.

In a more formal or administrative context, you might encounter reglamentos (regulations), which are the specific details on how a law should be applied. For example, a 'Ley de Educación' might have several 'reglamentos' explaining how to implement it in schools. Estatutos (statutes) are rules governing an organization or institution, like the 'estatutos de una empresa'.

A veces las normas sociales son tan fuertes como las leyes.

For scientific contexts, 'principios' (principles) is a common alternative, as in 'los principios de la física'. If you want to sound more academic, you can use legislación, which refers to the whole body of laws on a particular subject: 'la legislación laboral' instead of just 'las leyes laborales'. Understanding these distinctions helps you choose the most precise word for the situation. While leyes is a great 'catch-all' term, using decretos, estatutos, or normas shows a higher level of language proficiency and a better grasp of the social and legal structures in Spanish-speaking countries.

How Formal Is It?

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अनौपचारिक

Child friendly

बोलचाल

रोचक तथ्य

Some linguists believe 'lex' comes from the root 'legere' (to read), implying that laws were things that were written down to be read by the public, marking a shift from oral tradition to written governance.

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /ˈleʝes/

US /ˈlejes/

The stress is on the first syllable: LE-yes.

तुकबंदी

reyes bueyes magueyes careyes pleyes leyes (itself) convoys (approximate) jerseys (approximate)

आम गलतियाँ

Pronouncing the 'y' like a hard English 'j' (as in 'judge').
Pronouncing the 'es' at the end like a long 'eez' (it should be a short 'es').
Putting the stress on the second syllable (le-YES).
Pronouncing the 'l' too far back in the throat (it should be dental).
Confusing the 'y' with an 'i' sound (le-i-es).

कठिनाई स्तर

पठन 2/5

Easy to recognize in texts due to its similarity to 'laws' and frequent use.

लिखना 3/5

Requires attention to pluralization ('y' to 'yes') and gender agreement.

बोलना 3/5

The 'y' sound can be tricky for beginners to pronounce correctly.

श्रवण 2/5

Clearly audible in news and formal speech.

आगे क्या सीखें

पूर्वापेक्षाएँ

regla gobierno país justo malo

आगे सीखें

derecho justicia tribunal abogado delito

उन्नत

jurisprudencia derogación promulgación litigio constitucionalidad

ज़रूरी व्याकरण

Gender of nouns ending in -y

La ley (feminine), el buey (masculine). 'Ley' is an exception to many rules, so memorize its gender.

Pluralization of words ending in -y

Ley -> Leyes. Words ending in a consonant 'y' usually add -es.

Adjective agreement with plural nouns

Las leyes justas. Adjectives must match gender and number.

Use of definite articles with general concepts

Las leyes son necesarias. In Spanish, we use 'las' even when speaking generally.

Subjunctive with expressions of necessity

Es necesario que las leyes se cumplan.

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

Las leyes son para todos.

The laws are for everyone.

Simple plural agreement: 'Las' (article) + 'leyes' (noun) + 'son' (verb).

Hay leyes en mi país.

There are laws in my country.

Use of 'Hay' (there is/are) with a plural noun.

Yo respeto las leyes.

I respect the laws.

Subject-verb-object structure.

Las leyes son buenas.

The laws are good.

Adjective agreement: 'buenas' is feminine plural.

El gobierno hace las leyes.

The government makes the laws.

Present tense verb 'hace' (makes).

Necesitamos leyes.

We need laws.

Verb 'necesitamos' (we need) followed by the noun.

Las leyes de la escuela son pocas.

The school laws are few.

Possessive 'de la' (of the).

Ella estudia las leyes.

She studies the laws.

Third person singular subject 'Ella'.

Las leyes de tráfico son muy importantes.

Traffic laws are very important.

Compound noun phrase 'leyes de tráfico'.

No todas las leyes son iguales.

Not all laws are the same.

Use of 'todas' to modify 'las leyes'.

Debemos cumplir las leyes siempre.

We must obey the laws always.

Modal verb 'debemos' + infinitive 'cumplir'.

Existen leyes para proteger a los animales.

There are laws to protect animals.

Verb 'existen' (exist) used with a plural subject.

Mi padre conoce muchas leyes.

My father knows many laws.

Quantifier 'muchas' (many) in feminine plural.

Las leyes de la naturaleza son fijas.

The laws of nature are fixed.

Abstract use of 'leyes'.

El juez explica las leyes al jurado.

The judge explains the laws to the jury.

Indirect object 'al jurado'.

Leemos las leyes en el libro.

We read the laws in the book.

First person plural 'Leemos'.

Es necesario que las leyes protejan el medio ambiente.

It is necessary that laws protect the environment.

Subjunctive mood 'protejan' after 'es necesario que'.

Algunas leyes son difíciles de entender para los ciudadanos.

Some laws are difficult for citizens to understand.

Adjective phrase 'difíciles de entender'.

El congreso está debatiendo nuevas leyes de educación.

Congress is debating new education laws.

Present continuous 'está debatiendo'.

Si no respetas las leyes, puedes tener problemas.

If you don't respect the laws, you can have problems.

Conditional 'si' clause.

Las leyes de este país han cambiado mucho recientemente.

The laws of this country have changed a lot recently.

Present perfect 'han cambiado'.

Me gustaría saber más sobre las leyes laborales.

I would like to know more about labor laws.

Conditional 'me gustaría'.

Las leyes injustas deben ser modificadas por el pueblo.

Unjust laws must be modified by the people.

Passive voice 'deben ser modificadas'.

Cada sociedad tiene sus propias leyes y costumbres.

Every society has its own laws and customs.

Possessive adjective 'sus propias'.

La derogación de las leyes obsoletas es fundamental para el progreso.

The repeal of obsolete laws is fundamental for progress.

Noun 'derogación' (repeal) and adjective 'obsoletas'.

Las leyes orgánicas requieren una mayoría absoluta para su aprobación.

Organic laws require an absolute majority for their approval.

Technical legal term 'leyes orgánicas'.

A pesar de las leyes, todavía existe mucha desigualdad.

Despite the laws, much inequality still exists.

Concession phrase 'A pesar de'.

El abogado argumentó que las leyes no se aplicaban en este caso.

The lawyer argued that the laws did not apply in this case.

Reported speech with 'argumentó que'.

Las leyes internacionales regulan el comercio entre naciones.

International laws regulate trade between nations.

Subject 'Las leyes internacionales'.

Es imperativo que se cumplan las leyes de derechos humanos.

It is imperative that human rights laws are obeyed.

Impersonal 'se' in a subjunctive clause.

Muchos filósofos han escrito sobre el origen de las leyes.

Many philosophers have written about the origin of laws.

Present perfect 'han escrito'.

Las leyes vigentes no contemplan este tipo de delitos digitales.

Current laws do not cover these types of digital crimes.

Adjective 'vigentes' (current/in force).

La complejidad de las leyes actuales dificulta su interpretación jurídica.

The complexity of current laws hinders their legal interpretation.

Abstract noun 'complejidad' as the subject.

Se debate si las leyes deben reflejar la moralidad de la mayoría.

It is debated whether laws should reflect the morality of the majority.

Passive reflexive 'Se debate'.

La jurisprudencia se basa en la interpretación constante de las leyes.

Jurisprudence is based on the constant interpretation of laws.

Technical term 'jurisprudencia'.

Las leyes de Indias fueron un hito en la historia del derecho hispano.

The Laws of the Indies were a milestone in the history of Hispanic law.

Historical reference.

Cualquier reforma de las leyes constitucionales exige un consenso amplio.

Any reform of constitutional laws requires a broad consensus.

Adjective 'constitucionales'.

Las leyes no son meros textos, sino la expresión de la voluntad popular.

Laws are not mere texts, but the expression of the popular will.

Correlative conjunction 'no... sino'.

El incumplimiento sistemático de las leyes debilita la democracia.

The systematic failure to comply with laws weakens democracy.

Noun 'incumplimiento' (non-compliance).

Las leyes de la termodinámica son fundamentales para entender el universo.

The laws of thermodynamics are fundamental to understanding the universe.

Scientific application.

La hermenéutica jurídica permite desentrañar el sentido profundo de las leyes.

Legal hermeneutics allows for unraveling the deep meaning of laws.

Highly academic term 'hermenéutica'.

Las leyes a menudo van a la zaga de los vertiginosos cambios tecnológicos.

Laws often lag behind dizzying technological changes.

Idiomatic expression 'ir a la zaga'.

Existe una tensión intrínseca entre las leyes positivas y el derecho natural.

There is an intrinsic tension between positive laws and natural law.

Philosophical legal terminology.

La codificación de las leyes supuso una racionalización del sistema jurídico.

The codification of laws meant a rationalization of the legal system.

Historical/Legal analysis.

Las leyes draconianas del pasado contrastan con el garantismo actual.

The draconian laws of the past contrast with current legal guarantees.

Adjective 'draconianas' (harsh).

La eficacia de las leyes depende en gran medida de su legitimidad social.

The effectiveness of laws depends largely on their social legitimacy.

Complex subject-verb relationship.

El legislador debe prever las posibles lagunas en las leyes que promulga.

The legislator must foresee possible gaps in the laws they enact.

Technical term 'lagunas' (legal gaps).

Las leyes suntuarias, hoy obsoletas, regulaban el gasto en lujos.

Sumptuary laws, now obsolete, regulated spending on luxuries.

Niche historical legal term 'suntuarias'.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

cumplir las leyes

infringir las leyes

dictar leyes

leyes vigentes

leyes de la naturaleza

leyes injustas

leyes de tránsito

leyes laborales

aprobar leyes

según las leyes

सामान्य वाक्यांश

bajo las leyes de

con la ley en la mano

fuera de las leyes

leyes de mercado

leyes fundamentales

en nombre de las leyes

leyes de la física

leyes de protección

leyes de herencia

respeto a las leyes

अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है

leyes vs derecho

Derecho is the system or study; leyes are the specific rules.

leyes vs reglas

Reglas are for games or small groups; leyes are for nations.

leyes vs leyenda

Leyenda means legend/story; it sounds similar but is unrelated.

मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ

"Hecha la ley, hecha la trampa"

As soon as a law is made, a way to cheat or bypass it is found.

Pusieron un nuevo impuesto, pero hecha la ley, hecha la trampa.

informal/popular

"La ley del embudo"

An unfair situation where the rules are strict for some and loose for others.

A mí me multan y a él no; es la ley del embudo.

informal

"La ley del más fuerte"

A situation where the powerful dominate the weak without regard for justice.

En esa empresa impera la ley del más fuerte.

neutral

"La ley del hielo"

The 'silent treatment'; ignoring someone as a form of punishment.

Sus amigos le hicieron la ley del hielo por una semana.

informal

"Ser ley"

To be something that must be done or is always true in a specific context.

En esta casa, cenar juntos es ley.

informal

"La ley de la selva"

A state of lawlessness where only the strongest or most ruthless survive.

Sin policía, la ciudad se convirtió en la ley de la selva.

neutral

"Pasarse las leyes por el forro"

To completely ignore or disrespect the laws (vulgar/strong).

Ese político se pasa las leyes por el forro.

slang/vulgar

"La ley de Murphy"

The principle that if anything can go wrong, it will.

Se me rompió el coche justo hoy; es la ley de Murphy.

informal

"Dictar su propia ley"

To act according to one's own rules, ignoring external authority.

Él siempre intenta dictar su propia ley en el grupo.

neutral

"Caerle a alguien todo el peso de la ley"

To be punished to the maximum extent allowed by the law.

Le cayó todo el peso de la ley por su crimen.

formal

आसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले

leyes vs ley

Singular vs Plural

Ley is one rule; leyes are multiple rules or a system.

La ley de gravedad vs. las leyes de un país.

leyes vs leéis

Spelling/Sound

Leéis is the 'vosotros' form of 'leer' (to read).

Vosotros leéis el libro de leyes.

leyes vs leyes

Meaning

Leyes (laws) vs. Reyes (kings). The 'l' and 'r' sounds are different.

Las leyes del país vs. los reyes de España.

leyes vs leal

Spelling

Leal means loyal; it is an adjective, not a noun.

Un ciudadano leal cumple las leyes.

leyes vs lejos

Sound

Lejos means far; it is an adverb of place.

Ese país está lejos y tiene leyes diferentes.

वाक्य संरचनाएँ

Las leyes son [adjective].

Las leyes son buenas.

Hay leyes de [noun].

Hay leyes de tráfico.

Es importante que las leyes [subjunctive].

Es importante que las leyes protejan a todos.

Debemos [verb] las leyes.

Debemos respetar las leyes.

A pesar de las leyes, [clause].

A pesar de las leyes, hay problemas.

Las leyes fueron [past participle] por [agent].

Las leyes fueron aprobadas por el gobierno.

La interpretación de las leyes [verb].

La interpretación de las leyes genera debate.

Bajo el imperio de las leyes, [clause].

Bajo el imperio de las leyes, la libertad prospera.

शब्द परिवार

संज्ञा

क्रिया

विशेषण

इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें

frequency

Very high in news, education, and legal contexts.

सामान्य गलतियाँ

Los leyes → Las leyes
Leyes is a feminine noun, so it must take the feminine article 'las'.
Leis → Leyes
The plural of 'ley' is formed by adding '-es', keeping the 'y'.
Estudio leyes → Estudio Derecho
While you study laws, the name of the degree is 'Derecho'.
Romper la ley → Infringir la ley
'Romper' is okay for casual talk, but 'infringir' is better for formal contexts.
Leyes de fútbol → Reglas de fútbol
Sports use 'reglas', not 'leyes', which are for governments.

सुझाव

Gender Check

Always pair 'leyes' with feminine adjectives. Example: 'leyes claras', not 'leyes claros'.

Synonym Choice

Use 'reglamentos' when you want to be more specific about administrative rules.

Legal System

Remember that Spanish 'leyes' are usually part of a written code, unlike English common law.

Pronunciation

The 'y' in 'leyes' is soft. Don't pronounce it like the 'j' in 'jet'.

Formal Verbs

Use 'acatar' instead of 'obedecer' in formal legal writing.

News Context

When you hear 'reforma', it usually means the laws are being changed.

Association

Think of 'Legislature' to remember 'leyes' starts with 'L'.

The Funnel Law

Use 'la ley del embudo' to describe unfairness in rules.

Singular vs Plural

Use 'la ley' for the abstract concept and 'las leyes' for specific rules.

Scientific Laws

Don't forget 'leyes' is also used in physics and biology.

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Think of 'Leyes' as 'Lay-yes'. You 'lay' down the rules, and the citizens say 'yes' to follow them.

दृश्य संबंध

Imagine a set of scales (justice) resting on a large book with the word 'LEYES' written in gold on the cover.

Word Web

Justicia Gobierno Policía Juez Derechos Multas Constitución Orden

चैलेंज

Try to name three 'leyes' that exist in your city and three 'leyes' of nature in Spanish.

शब्द की उत्पत्ति

From the Latin 'lex, legis'. The Latin term originally referred to a formula or a set of words that had to be spoken in a ritual or legal proceeding.

मूल अर्थ: A contract, a covenant, or a formal rule.

It is a Romance word, shared across languages like French (loi), Italian (legge), and Portuguese (lei).

सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ

Be careful when discussing 'leyes' in political contexts, as legal systems can be a sensitive topic in countries with histories of corruption or authoritarianism.

English speakers often use 'law' for both the system and the rules. In Spanish, remember to use 'derecho' for the system and 'leyes' for the specific rules.

Las Siete Partidas (medieval Spanish laws) El espíritu de las leyes (Montesquieu) La Ley de Herodes (Mexican film/satire)

असल ज़िंदगी में अभ्यास करें

वास्तविक संदर्भ

Traffic

leyes de tránsito
respetar las señales
multa por infracción
conducir según la ley

Science

leyes de la física
ley de gravedad
leyes de Newton
principios y leyes

Politics

aprobar una ley
debate parlamentario
reforma de las leyes
poder legislativo

Work

leyes laborales
contrato legal
derechos del trabajador
seguridad social

Internet

leyes de privacidad
protección de datos
propiedad intelectual
delitos cibernéticos

बातचीत की शुरुआत

"¿Crees que las leyes de tu país son demasiado estrictas?"

"¿Qué leyes cambiarías si fueras el presidente?"

"¿Es importante que los niños aprendan las leyes en la escuela?"

"¿Conoces alguna ley extraña de otros países?"

"¿Crees que las leyes de la naturaleza son más fuertes que las humanas?"

डायरी विषय

Escribe sobre una situación en la que las leyes te protegieron.

Describe cómo sería un mundo sin leyes ni reglas.

¿Cuál es la ley más importante para ti y por qué?

Investiga una ley antigua y compárala con las leyes modernas.

Escribe un diálogo entre un juez y una persona que rompió las leyes.

अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल

10 सवाल

Es femenino. Siempre se dice 'las leyes' o 'unas leyes'. Es un error común pensar que es masculino.

Las leyes son normas jurídicas obligatorias dictadas por el Estado. Las normas pueden ser sociales, morales o técnicas y no siempre tienen una sanción legal.

Se puede decir 'romper la ley' (informal), 'infringir la ley' (formal) o 'quebrantar la ley' (muy formal).

Sí, se usa para principios universales como 'las leyes de la física' o 'las leyes de la termodinámica'.

Es un refrán que significa que para cada regla siempre hay alguien que encuentra una forma de evitarla o engañarla.

Se añade '-es' al final: ley -> leyes. No se cambia la 'y' por 'i'.

Aunque se entiende, lo correcto es decir 'estudio Derecho' si te refieres a la carrera universitaria.

Son leyes muy importantes que regulan derechos fundamentales y requieren una votación especial en el parlamento.

Es una expresión coloquial para referirse a cuando un grupo de personas ignora a alguien a propósito.

No, cada país tiene sus propias leyes, aunque muchos comparten una base similar basada en el Derecho Romano.