“依法”常见的英文表达是 “according to law” 或 “in accordance with the law”。
according to law:这是一个较为简洁常用的表达,在各种语境中都能准确传达“依法”的意思。例如:The case must be handled according to law.(这个案件必须依法处理。)
in accordance with the law:这种表达更为正式、书面,常用于法律文件、官方声明等正式场合。例如:All administrative actions shall be taken in accordance with the law.(所有的行政行为都应当依法进行 。)