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The German word "regieren" is a verb that means "to govern" or "to rule". It's derived from "Regier-", related to "Regierung," which means "government". "Regieren" specifically refers to exercising the authority and functions of a government over a state, territory, or group.

Related terms in German might include "führen" (to lead), "lenken" (to steer), and "verwalten" (to administer). All these terms involve aspects of guidance or management, but "regieren" specifically refers to political or official governance, while "führen" is more general, "lenken" implies direction and can be less formal, and "verwalten" is primarily about administration or bureaucratic management.