die Verordnung
Translation
regulation, ordinance, decree
Examples
Die Regierung hat eine neue Verordnung erlassen.
The government has issued a new regulation.
Bitte beachten Sie die geltenden Verordnungen.
Please observe the current regulations.
Grammar Patterns
to issue a regulation (eine Verordnung erlassen) The government has issued a new regulation.
to comply with a regulation (sich an eine Verordnung halten) One must comply with the regulation.
Similar Words
Gesetz (law), Regel (rule), Vorschrift (regulation)
Etymology
From 'ver-' (a prefix indicating a process) + 'Ordnung' (order). Literally, something that brings about order.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an official 'Ordnung' (order) given by an authority.