แพ่ง
civil (legal)
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- 1 civil (legal)、non-criminal
Describes matters involving civil law and private rights or obligations, rather than criminal prosecution.
civil (legal)、non-criminal
Describes legal matters concerning private rights and obligations, such as contracts, property, and compensation.
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คดีแพ่ง khadii phɛ̂ŋ civil case คดีแพ่ง details
Learning notes
Explanation
This is a formal legal term covering civil matters such as contracts, debts, property, damages, family law, and inheritance. It usually follows a noun, as in คดีแพ่ง (“civil case”). In the phrase ทางแพ่ง, it means “under civil law” or “in civil terms”; ความรับผิดทางแพ่ง means “civil liability.” In conversation, ฟ้องแพ่ง may be used to mean “sue in civil court,” but แพ่ง itself does not mean “to sue.”
Usage
It commonly appears in legal documents, court reporting, and consultations with lawyers. It is used when discussing civil lawsuits, claims for damages, contracts, and civil liability, often in contrast with อาญา, “criminal.”
Caution
Do not confuse แพ่ง with แพง, which means “expensive.” Also, แพ่ง is not limited to civil codes; it can describe civil cases, civil liability, and civil-law matters generally.