der Regelungsgegenstand
Translation
subject of regulation, subject matter, regulatory object
Examples
Der Regelungsgegenstand des Gesetzes ist klar definiert.
The subject matter of the law is clearly defined.
Datenschutz ist ein wichtiger Regelungsgegenstand.
Data protection is an important subject of regulation.
Grammar Patterns
the subject matter of ((sth.gen)) The subject matter of the law is clear.
to have ((sth.acc)) as a subject matter The law has data protection as its subject matter.
Similar Words
Thema (topic), Sachverhalt (facts of a case), Inhalt (content)
Etymology
Composed of 'Regelung' (regulation) and 'Gegenstand' (object/subject). Literally means 'regulation object'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: it's the 'object' ('Gegenstand') that is the target of a 'regulation' ('Regelung').