No. 12,919 in German
zeugenstand
The German word "Zeugenstand" means "witness stand" in English.
In a sentence
Der Zeuge trat in den Zeugenstand, um seine Aussage zu machen.
The witness took the stand to make his statement.
The word 'Zeugenstand' here refers to the specific area in a courtroom where a witness stands to give their testimony or statement.
Im Zeugenstand konnte man die Emotionen des Zeugen deutlich sehen.
In the witness stand, one could clearly see the witness's emotions.
'Zeugenstand' in this context is used similarly, describing the actual position or location allocated for witnesses during a court session.
Der Anwalt stellte Fragen, während der Zeuge im Zeugenstand saß.
The lawyer asked questions while the witness was sitting in the witness stand.
Here, 'Zeugenstand' again refers to the physical structure or concept of the witness stand in a legal setting, emphasizing its use as part of courtroom proceedings.
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