American English

How to pronounce legal

adjectiveB1Common word
LEEgl

/ˈli.gl̩/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

allowed by the law

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Meanings & examples

adjective

allowed by the law

Is it legal to park here?

The sale of alcohol is legal in this state.

Common phrases & grammar

legal action · legal rights

be legal

legal + noun

adjective

related to the law or to lawyers

She needs legal advice.

The company is facing legal problems.

Common phrases & grammar

legal advice · legal system

legal + noun

Useful expressions

of legal age

old enough to do something by law

You must be of legal age to buy alcohol.

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