B2 noun Formal

regulation

/ˌreɡ.juˈleɪ.ʃən/

A regulation is an official rule or law created by a government or authority to control the way something is done or how people behave. It also refers to the act of managing or controlling a process or system to ensure it operates correctly and safely.

Exemplos

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1

Safety regulations require all workers to wear helmets on the construction site.

Safety rules require all workers to wear helmets on the construction site.

2

The government has introduced a new regulation to limit carbon emissions from factories.

The government has introduced a new official rule to limit carbon emissions from factories.

3

There are just too many regulations for opening a small business these days.

There are just too many rules for opening a small business these days.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
regulation
Verb
regulate
Adjetivo
regulatory
Relacionado
regulator
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Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'regular'. A regulation makes things 'regular' or predictable by forcing everyone to follow the same pattern.

Quiz rápido

The new safety _______ are designed to prevent accidents in the factory.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: regulations

Exemplos

1

Safety regulations require all workers to wear helmets on the construction site.

everyday

Safety rules require all workers to wear helmets on the construction site.

2

The government has introduced a new regulation to limit carbon emissions from factories.

formal

The government has introduced a new official rule to limit carbon emissions from factories.

3

There are just too many regulations for opening a small business these days.

informal

There are just too many rules for opening a small business these days.

4

Economic theory often examines the impact of market regulation on consumer pricing.

academic

Economic theory often examines the impact of market control on consumer pricing.

5

Our legal department ensures that we stay in full compliance with all financial regulations.

business

Our legal department ensures that we stay in full compliance with all financial rules.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
regulation
Verb
regulate
Adjetivo
regulatory
Relacionado
regulator

Colocações comuns

strict regulation a rule that must be followed exactly
safety regulation a rule designed to prevent injury or danger
government regulation a rule created by the state
comply with regulations to follow the official rules
environmental regulation rules protecting the natural world

Frases Comuns

rules and regulations

the complete set of official requirements

under the regulation of

controlled or governed by a specific body

self-regulation

the act of a group or person controlling themselves without outside help

Frequentemente confundido com

regulation vs legislation

Legislation refers to the broad process of making laws by a parliament, whereas regulation often refers to specific, detailed rules made by executive agencies to implement those laws.

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Notas de uso

When referring to a specific set of rules, 'regulations' is almost always used in the plural. When referring to the concept of control, it is used in the singular or as an uncountable noun.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use 'regulation' when they mean 'law'. While similar, regulations are usually more technical and specific than general laws.

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Dica de memorização

Think of the word 'regular'. A regulation makes things 'regular' or predictable by forcing everyone to follow the same pattern.

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Origem da palavra

From Late Latin 'regulare', meaning to control by rule, which comes from the Latin 'regula', meaning a straight stick or rule.

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun (specific rules) Uncountable noun (the act of controlling) Often followed by 'on' (regulations on trade) or 'of' (regulation of the industry)
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Contexto cultural

In many English-speaking countries, there is a constant political debate about 'red tape,' a metaphor for excessive regulations that some believe hinder economic growth.

Quiz rápido

The new safety _______ are designed to prevent accidents in the factory.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: regulations

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set

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A1

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follow

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