regeln
handle · regulate · direct · settle
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Definition & meaning
The word regeln has two primary meanings depending on the context:
- To regulate, control, or manage: This refers to the act of adjusting a system, process, or amount to ensure it functions correctly or stays within specific limits. For example, regulating the temperature of a room or the speed of a machine.
- To settle or arrange: This refers to the act of resolving an issue, conflict, or administrative matter. For example, settling an inheritance or arranging the details of an appointment.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is a weak verb. Its conjugation is: ich regele, du regelst, er/sie/es regelt, wir regeln, ihr regelt, sie regeln.
- Origin: The verb is derived from the noun die Regel , which comes from the Latin word regula (meaning straight edge, ruler, or pattern). It evolved to represent a standard or a principle by which something is measured or directed.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- For regulating/managing: steuern , ordnen , kontrollieren , justieren .
- For settling/arranging: klären , erledigen , vereinbaren .
Antonyms:
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Examples
Du regelst das Problem sehr effizient.verb
You handle the problem very efficiently.
Sie regeln den Verkehr an der Kreuzung.verb
They regulate the traffic at the intersection.
Sie regelt den Verkehr an der Kreuzung.verb
She directs traffic at the intersection.
Wir haben den Streit gestern geregelt.verb
We settled the dispute yesterday.
Sie hoffen, dass der neue Plan alles friedlich regelt.verb
They hope that the new plan settles everything peacefully.
Kannst du das Problem bitte allein regeln?verb
Can you please handle the problem alone?
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