godan verb (-su), transitive verb
declare; announce; pronounce; pass (a sentence); order
Formal verb used when a person in authority officially announces a decision, sentence, or order to someone. Often used in legal, disciplinary, or official contexts. The subject is typically a judge, superior, or person in charge.
裁判官は被告に懲役5年を申し渡した。
The judge sentenced the defendant to five years in prison.
上司は彼に停職処分を申し渡した。
The boss announced his suspension.