La règle



Example: La règle du tribunal doit être respectée par tous les citoyens.

Definition


"La règle" in the context of law refers to a prescribed guideline or principle established by a tribunal or legal authority that must be followed by all citizens to ensure order and justice within the legal system.

Etymology


The term "la règle" comes from the Latin word 'regula,' meaning a straight stick or a standard. Historically, it referred to a measuring tool, which metaphorically evolved to mean a standard or norm. Did you know? This evolution reflects how rules serve as standards for behavior and law.

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"La règle" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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