die Gesetze
Translation
laws, statutes, acts
Examples
Das Parlament verabschiedet neue Gesetze.
The parliament passes new laws.
Alle Bürger müssen die Gesetze befolgen.
All citizens must obey the laws.
Grammar Patterns
to enact/pass laws The government wants to enact new laws.
to abide by laws One must abide by the applicable laws.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Regeln (rules), Vorschriften (regulations), Normen (norms)
Etymology
Plural of 'das Gesetz' (the law). Related to the verb 'setzen' (to set, to place).
Memory Tips
This is the plural of 'Gesetz'. Remember that many neuter nouns add an '-e' to form the plural.