basic rule
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basic rule
A fundamental, essential rule on which a system, behavior, or activity is based.
Eine Grundregel beim Autofahren ist, immer auf den Verkehr zu achten.
A basic rule when driving is to always pay attention to traffic.
'Grundregel' (basic rule) is made up of 'Grund' (here: basis, foundation) and 'Regel' (rule). It is therefore a rule that forms the foundation for everything else.
Eine Grundregel der Kommunikation ist, dem anderen zuzuhören.
A basic rule of communication is to listen to the other person.
Basic rules can be 'beachten' (observed), 'befolgen' (followed), or 'einhalten' (complied with). If you do not follow them, you 'verstößt gegen' (violate) them.
Wer gegen diese Grundregel verstößt, muss mit Konsequenzen rechnen.
Anyone who violates this basic rule must expect consequences.
The content of a basic rule is often explained with a subordinate clause beginning with 'dass' (that), or with an infinitive construction using 'zu' (to).
Es ist eine Grundregel, dass man sich vor dem Betreten die Hände wäscht.
It is a basic rule that you wash your hands before entering.
principle
Grundsatz and Grundregel can both provide fundamental guidance. Grundsatz tends to express a guiding principle or belief. Grundregel is more likely to be formulated as an essential rule on which an activity or behavior is based. Use Grundsatz for an attitude or guiding principle, and Grundregel for a basic requirement.
Die Grundregel lautet, jede Bestellung vor dem Versand zweimal zu prüfen.
The basic rule is to check every order twice before shipping.
Unser Grundsatz ist, die Wünsche jedes Kunden ernst zu nehmen.
Our principle is to take every customer's wishes seriously.
