上诉 shàngsù to appeal (a judicial case)
to appeal (a judicial case); appeal
How to remember 上诉: 上 above + 诉 tell = to appeal (a judicial case).
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How it is used
- Legal term 'to appeal a verdict to a higher court' - 不服判决，提起上诉 (bù fú pànjué, tíqǐ shàngsù) dissatisfied with the ruling, file an appeal.
- Strictly courtroom register; contrast 申诉 (shēnsù, a broader grievance/petition).
Example sentences
- 被告会向上级法院上诉。 Bèigào huì xiàng shàngjífǎyuàn shàngsù.The defendant will appeal to a higher court.