regelhaft
Translation
regular, rule-based, systematic
Examples
Das Wachstum der Kristalle folgt einem regelhaften Muster.
The growth of the crystals follows a regular pattern.
Grammar Patterns
regelhaft + Noun regular/rule-based ... ein regelhaftes Muster
Similar Words
Synonyms: regelmäßig, gesetzmäßig, geordnet; Antonyms: unregelmäßig, chaotisch.
Etymology
From 'Regel' (rule) and the suffix '-haft,' which means 'having the quality of.' So, 'having the quality of a rule.'
Memory Tips
The suffix '-haft' often implies an inherent quality. Think of something that *adheres* to a rule. It has a more formal or technical tone than 'regelmäßig'.