La regola
Example: La regola principale è rispettare sempre gli orari stabiliti.
Definition
"La regola" refers to a prescribed guideline or principle that is intended to control or govern behavior or procedures. It serves as a standard to be followed, such as in the phrase: 'La regola principale è rispettare sempre gli orari stabiliti.'
Etymology
The word "la regola" comes from the Latin word 'regula,' meaning a straight stick or ruler used for measuring, which evolved metaphorically to mean a standard or rule. Did you know that the concept of 'regola' originally involved physical measurement before becoming a rule or principle?
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