CEFR A1

rule

noun

Meaning

A statement of what you must or must not do, or what must happen, in a particular situation.

Examples

The main rule is to be kind to others.
There are no rules in this game.

Synonyms: law, principle, guideline

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rule (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ruːl/

Definition

A statement of what you must or must not do, or what must happen, in a particular situation.

Examples

The main rule is to be kind to others.
There are no rules in this game.
He broke the rules by cheating.

How to Use rule

rule of thumb (idiom): A general principle or guide based on practice or experience, not exact science. — "As a rule of thumb, you should add salt to taste."
rule out (phrasal verb): To decide that something is not possible or suitable. — "We can rule out that option for now."

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