rule of conduct
die Verhaltensregel, die Verhaltensregeln
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rule of conduct
A rule or principle that defines how one should behave in a particular situation or community.
Eine grundlegende Verhaltensregel in der Bibliothek ist, leise zu sein.
A basic rule of conduct in the library is to be quiet.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Verhaltensregeln |
| genitive | der Verhaltensregel |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Verhaltensregel | die Verhaltensregeln |
| accusative | die Verhaltensregel | die Verhaltensregeln |
| dative | der Verhaltensregel | den Verhaltensregeln |
| genitive | der Verhaltensregel | der Verhaltensregeln |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word is a compound made up of 'das Verhalten' (behavior), the linking -s, and 'die Regel' (rule). So it literally means a 'rule for behavior.'
Im Team gibt es klare Verhaltensregeln für die Kommunikation.
In the team, there are clear rules of conduct for communication.
'Verhaltensregeln' (rules of conduct) are often combined with certain verbs. You can set up, define, follow, observe, or violate rules of conduct.
Alle Mitarbeiter müssen die neuen Verhaltensregeln einhalten.
All employees must observe the new rules of conduct.
Wer gegen die Verhaltensregeln verstößt, muss mit Konsequenzen rechnen.
Anyone who violates the rules of conduct must expect consequences.
The area of application of the rules is often specified with the preposition 'für' (for) or 'in' (in). This makes it clear where or for whom the rules apply.
Es gibt spezielle Verhaltensregeln für Besucher im Museum.
There are special rules of conduct for visitors in the museum.
Die Verhaltensregeln in unserer Schule sind sehr streng.
The rules of conduct in our school are very strict.
