Réglée (en. Set)

/ʁeɡle/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which follows a predefined standard or method.
The meeting was very regulated, everyone had their turn to speak.
La réunion a été très réglée, chaque personne avait son tour de parole.
Which is constant and regular.
She has a regulated daily routine.
Elle a une routine quotidienne réglée.
Which is subject to rules or procedures.
The process is regulated to comply with safety standards.
Le processus est réglé de manière à respecter les normes de sécurité.

Etymology

From the verb 'régler' with the past suffix 'é'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

settled affairs
Situations that are already resolved or concluded.
affaires réglées
to be as precise as clockwork
To be very precise and regular.
être réglé comme du papier à musique
to develop a regulated system
To establish a system that operates harmoniously.
mettre au point un système réglé

Related Words

to regulate
To put in order or adjust something.
régler
rule
Instrument used to draw lines or measure.
règle
adjustment
Action or result of adjusting something.
réglage

Slang Meanings

Something well organized.
That evening was planned to the millimeter.
Cette soirée, c'était réglée au millimètre.
An appointment made with precision.
We scheduled the outing for Saturday; everything is arranged.
On a réglé la sortie pour samedi, tout est réglé.