Regeln
Example: Wir müssen die neuen Sicherheitsregeln genau regeln.
Definition
"regeln" means to control, manage, or arrange something according to a set of rules or guidelines. It often involves establishing or adjusting rules to ensure proper functioning or order, as in regulating safety measures or procedures.
Etymology
The German verb "regeln" originates from the noun "Regel," meaning rule, which itself comes from the Latin word "regula," meaning a straight stick or ruler used for measuring. Did you know? The concept behind "regeln" reflects the idea of bringing things into order, much like using a ruler to make lines straight.
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"Regeln" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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