B2noun formal 2K

Regulation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Regulation

an official rule made by a government or some other authority

In simple words: A rule or law that controls how something is done.

Regulation in a sentence

• The new regulation will come into effect next month to ensure better safety standards.
• She felt that the regulation imposed too many restrictions on small businesses.
• Regulation of environmental practices is essential for sustainable development.
• The financial sector is under strict regulation to prevent fraud and corruption.
• A lack of regulation can lead to serious consequences for public health.

How to use Regulation

Use 'regulation' in formal contexts like legal discussions or government documents. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

regulation + object

Memory hint

Think of 'regulation' as 'regulating' to keep things in check.

Related words

Collocations with Regulation

• strict
• stringent
• tight
• comply with
• conform to
• meet
• be designed to
• control something
• govern something
• uniform
• against (the) regulations
• in (the) regulation
• under (the) regulation
• a breach of the regulations
• compliance with a regulation
• in accordance with (the) regulations
• strict
• tight
• tough
• call for
• demand
• introduce
• regulation by
• regulation of

Synonyms for Regulation

• rule
• law
• guideline
• policy
• directive

Opposites of Regulation

• chaos
• anarchy
• disorder

Common mistakes with Regulation

• Confused with 'regulate' as a verb.
• Used in informal settings where simpler words are better.
• Misunderstood as only negative rules, but it can refer to beneficial guidelines.

Frequently asked questions about Regulation

What does Regulation mean?

A rule or law that controls how something is done.

What is the definition of Regulation?

an official rule made by a government or some other authority

How do you use Regulation in a sentence?

The new regulation will come into effect next month to ensure better safety standards.

Can you give another example of Regulation?

She felt that the regulation imposed too many restrictions on small businesses.

What are synonyms for Regulation?

Common alternatives include rule, law, guideline, policy, directive.

What is the opposite of Regulation?

Opposite meanings include chaos, anarchy, disorder.

What words go with Regulation?

It commonly pairs with strict, stringent, tight, comply with, conform to, meet, be designed to, control something, govern something, uniform, against (the) regulations, in (the) regulation, under (the) regulation, a breach of the regulations, compliance with a regulation, in accordance with (the) regulations, strict, tight, tough, call for, demand, introduce, regulation by, regulation of.

What are common mistakes when using Regulation?

Confused with 'regulate' as a verb. Used in informal settings where simpler words are better. Misunderstood as only negative rules, but it can refer to beneficial guidelines.

How do you pronounce Regulation?

US: /["/ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Regulation formal or informal?

"Regulation" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Regulation?

Use 'regulation' in formal contexts like legal discussions or government documents. Avoid in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Regulation?

"Regulation" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.