CEFR A2

rules

noun

Meaning

An authoritative direction or instruction that guides behavior or actions, often established by an organization or society to maintain order and fairness.

Examples

The teacher explained the classroom rules to the new students.
There are strict rules for entering the country.

Synonyms: guidelines, regulations, laws, directives

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rules (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ruːlz/

Definition

An authoritative direction or instruction that guides behavior or actions, often established by an organization or society to maintain order and fairness.

Examples

The teacher explained the classroom rules to the new students.
There are strict rules for entering the country.
He broke the rules of the competition and was disqualified.

How to Use rules

rule of thumb (idiom): A broadly accurate guide or principle, based on practice rather than theory. — "As a rule of thumb, you should add one teaspoon of sugar per cup of coffee."
rules and regulations (collocation): A comprehensive set of official instructions. — "The company has clear rules and regulations for employee conduct."
rule out (phrasal verb): To exclude or eliminate someone or something as a possibility. — "The police have ruled out foul play in the accident."

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