pháp nhân
[faːp̚˧˦ ɲən˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) legal entity; juridical person; legal person (an organization that has legal rights and obligations, distinct from its individual members)
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Công ty trách nhiệm hữu hạn là một pháp nhân.A limited liability company is a legal entity.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “pháp nhân” mean?
(noun) legal entity; juridical person; legal person (an organization that has legal rights and obligations, distinct from its individual members)
Is “pháp nhân” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.