Regeln
Example: Wir müssen die neuen Arbeitszeiten genau regeln.
Definition
"Regeln" means to establish or set rules, guidelines, or conditions for how something should be done, organized, or managed. It often involves making decisions that clarify responsibilities or procedures, as in the phrase 'Wir müssen die neuen Arbeitszeiten genau regeln,' meaning to precisely arrange new working hours.
Etymology
The verb "regeln" comes from the German noun "Regel," meaning rule or regulation, which itself derives from the Latin word "regula," meaning a straight stick or ruler used for measuring. Did you know? The concept of "regeln" is closely tied to the idea of controlling or managing things according to a standard or principle.
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"Regeln" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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