/kɒɡˈneɪt əˈfɛns/ – Phrase
Definition: hành vi phạm tội giống nhau.
A more thorough explanation: A cognate offence refers to a crime that is similar or related to another offense, often sharing similar elements or characteristics. In legal terms, a cognate offence is typically considered in the context of sentencing or prosecution, where the commission of one offense may impact the handling or severity of punishment for another related offense.
Example: The defendant was charged with assault, a cognate offence to the battery charge previously filed against him.