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die Regelung
regulation
A binding rule, provision, or agreement that organizes a particular matter or process.
example
Es gibt eine neue gesetzliche Regelung für die Arbeitszeiten.
There is a new legal regulation for working hours.
die Regelung
regulation / control
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Meanings
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Usage tips
Word formation
'Regelung' (regulation/control) is derived from the verb 'regeln' (to regulate/arrange). The ending '-ung' turns a verb into a feminine noun ('die Regelung') that describes the process or result of the action.
EXAMPLE
Wir müssen das Problem schnell regeln.
We need to sort out the problem quickly.
Typical collocations
In the sense of a rule or provision, 'Regelung' (regulation) is often used in official contexts. Typical combinations are 'eine gesetzliche Regelung' (a legal regulation), 'eine Regelung treffen' (to make an arrangement), or 'eine klare Regelung finden' (to find a clear arrangement).
EXAMPLE
Die Partner haben eine faire Regelung für die Aufteilung der Kosten getroffen.
The partners made a fair arrangement for dividing the costs.
Technical context
When it is about adjusting devices, you can recognize this meaning from the technical vocabulary. Common combinations are 'die Regelung der Temperatur' (temperature control), 'die Regelung der Geschwindigkeit' (speed control), or 'die elektronische Regelung' (electronic control).
EXAMPLE
Die stufenlose Regelung der Lautstärke ist sehr praktisch.
The stepless adjustment of the volume is very practical.
Compare with
Regelung vs Lösung
solution
'die Lösung' and 'die Regelung' can both help organize or end a problem. 'Lösung' generally means a way in which a problem disappears or gets better. 'Regelung' more often means a fixed rule, agreement, or technical setting that controls something. The words are easy to confuse because a regulation can be a solution. But not every solution is a regulation. If it is about an idea or method, 'Lösung' fits. If it is about clear rules, responsibilities, or settings, 'Regelung' fits better.
Regelung
Im Büro gibt es jetzt eine neue Regelung für das Arbeiten von zu Hause.
There is now a new policy in the office for working from home.
Lösung
Für den Streit im Team suchen wir eine faire Lösung.
We are looking for a fair solution to the conflict in the team.
In real life
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