die Rechtsverordnung
Translation
ordinance, statutory instrument, decree, regulation
Examples
Die neue Rechtsverordnung tritt bald in Kraft.
The new ordinance will soon come into force.
Diese Details sind in einer Rechtsverordnung geregelt.
These details are regulated in a statutory instrument.
Grammar Patterns
((Nominative)) as subject A new ordinance is coming into force.
((Accusative)) as direct object The government issues an ordinance.
Similar Words
Erlass (decree), Dekret (decree), Satzung (statute)
Etymology
From 'Recht' (law) + 'Verordnung' (ordinance, order). An order or regulation that has the force of law.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'legal' ('Recht') 'order' ('Verordnung'). It's a type of secondary legislation.