die Norm
Translation
norm, standard, rule
Examples
Das entspricht nicht der Norm.
That does not conform to the norm.
Es gibt soziale Normen in jeder Gesellschaft.
There are social norms in every society.
Grammar Patterns
to conform to ((the norm)) Das Produkt entspricht den europäischen Normen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Standard, Regel, Vorschrift
Etymology
From Latin 'norma' (carpenter's square, rule). It's a direct cognate of the English word 'norm'.
Memory Tips
Think of what is 'normal'. What is normal usually conforms to a 'Norm' or standard.