审理

审理 refers to the process of a court or legal authority examining and deciding on a case. It is commonly used in legal contexts to describe the formal procedure of reviewing evidence and making a judgment.

The character 审 (shěn) means 'to examine' or 'to scrutinize,' while 理 (lǐ) means 'to manage' or 'to handle.' Together, they form a term that emphasizes the careful examination and resolution of legal matters.

审理 is often used in the context of judicial proceedings, such as criminal or civil trials. It reflects the structured and formal nature of legal processes in Chinese society, where fairness and due process are highly valued.