die Bestimmung
Translation
regulations, provisions, stipulations, terms
Examples
Wir müssen die neuen Bestimmungen befolgen.
We must follow the new regulations.
Die Bestimmungen des Vertrags sind klar.
The terms of the contract are clear.
Grammar Patterns
the regulations for sth. ((for sth.)) The regulations for the competition are strict.
Similar Words
Regel (rule), Vorschrift (regulation), Klausel (clause)
Etymology
From the verb 'bestimmen' (to determine, decide) + the suffix '-ung', which forms feminine nouns. It literally means 'that which has been determined'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'bestimmen' (to determine). 'Bestimmungen' are the rules or terms that have been *determined* and set in place.