Régimen (en. Regime)

/ˈre.xi.men/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
System or set of rules that regulates a specific activity.
The work regime in the company is very strict.
El régimen de trabajo en la empresa es muy estricto.
Form of government, especially in political contexts.
The current regime has been criticized for its lack of democracy.
El régimen actual ha sido criticado por su falta de democracia.
Set of foods and beverages that are consumed regularly.
My doctor recommended that I follow a healthier regime.
Mi médico me recomendó seguir un régimen más saludable.

Etymology

From Latin 'regimen', which means 'direction, administration'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lifestyle regime
Lifestyle followed to maintain health.
régimen de vida
dietary regime
Set of foods that a person consumes to achieve a nutritional goal.
régimen alimenticio
change regime
Modify the rules or the way of facing a situation.
cambiar de régimen

Related Words

regulation
Set of rules that regulate an activity.
reglamentación
diet
Controlled selection of foods based on a goal.
dieta

Slang Meanings

State of control or rigid discipline in an activity.
That gym routine is a total regime!
¡Esa rutina de gimnasio es un régimen total!
Very strict style of life or diet.
She's on such a strict regime that she can't eat pizza.
Está en un régimen tan estricto que no puede comer pizza.