German word

regeln

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʁeːgl̩n/

Meaning

  • verbregulate

Example

Der Vertrag regelt die Zahlung.

The contract regulates payment.

Illustration for regeln (regulate)

More examples

Wir sollten zuerst die Arbeitszeiten regeln.

We should first set the working hours.

Core concept

A control panel setting the terms, order, and practical details of an arrangement.

Common phrases

  • die Zahlung regeln

    arrange payment

  • Arbeitszeiten regeln

    set working hours

  • Absprachen regeln

    finalize the arrangements

Similar words

vereinbaren: To settle terms by reaching agreement between the parties.
festlegen: To set out a policy or condition in clear detail.
bestimmen: To determine an amount, role, or other specific matter.
vorschreiben: To impose a required method or standard as a rule.

Definition in German

etwas durch Regeln festlegen oder so steuern, dass ein Ablauf geordnet verläuft.

Word origin

The verb regeln developed from German Regel, a noun descended from Latin regula, meaning rule or guiding standard.

Usage tips

  • Regeln often means settling or covering practical matters, while vereinbaren focuses more specifically on reaching an agreement.

Other meanings

  • arrangeverb
  • adjustverb

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