Règle (en. Ruler)

ʁɛɡl

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Long rectangular piece of wood, plastic, or metal, used for drawing or measuring.
He used a ruler to draw a straight line.
Il a utilisé une règle pour dessiner une ligne droite.
Principle or norm to follow in a particular field.
The rules of the game must be respected by all participants.
Les règles du jeu doivent être respectées par tous les participants.
Device used to mark or establish a framework.
The rule of three is a simple calculation method.
La règle de trois est une méthode de calcul simple.
Strict application of a law or principle.
The rule is clear: no delays will be tolerated.
La règle est claire : aucun retard ne sera toléré.

Etymology

From Latin 'regula', meaning 'rule' or 'norm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

golden rule
Fundamental principle to follow.
règle d'or
rules of the game
Norm or condition to respect in a situation.
règle du jeu
under rule
Under the authority of a principle or directive.
sous règle
to make rules
Establish standards of behavior.
faire des règles
by the rule
According to established norms.
à la règle

Related Words

regulation
Set of rules organizing a field or activity.
réglement
rule of law
Legal principle applicable in a legal framework.
règle de droit
internal regulations
Specific rules governing the operation of an institution.
règlement intérieur

Slang Meanings

Informal usage to designate a situation where there are rules to follow.
In this group, there are always rules to respect.
Dans ce groupe, il y a toujours des règles à respecter.
Expression meaning to take control or impose limits.
He set his rule in place so that everyone knew what to do.
Il a mis sa règle en place pour que tout le monde sache quoi faire.