法人

法人 (fǎ rén) refers to a legal entity or a legal person, typically an organization or institution that has the rights and responsibilities of a person under the law. It is commonly used in legal, business, and administrative contexts.

The character 法 (fǎ) means 'law' or 'rule,' while 人 (rén) means 'person.' Together, they form a term that represents an organization as a legal 'person,' distinct from individual people.

In China, 法人 is often used in official documents, contracts, and corporate structures to denote entities such as companies, associations, or government agencies. Understanding this term is essential for anyone dealing with Chinese legal or business systems.