законное

This is the 11784th most frequent Russian word.


законное

"Lawful" or "legal."


In this sentence, 'законное' means 'legitimate' or 'lawful', referring to a right sanctioned by law or international agreement.

У каждой страны есть законное право на самоопределение.

Every nation has a legitimate right to self-determination.


Here, 'законная' signifies something legally owned or recognized, providing the adjective form of legality.

Этот дом — его законная собственность.

This house is his lawful property.


In this context, 'законное' describes the permission as being in accordance with law.

Мой друг получил законное разрешение на строительство.

My friend obtained a legal permission for construction.