ルール

るーる
noun
rule
1. rule, regulation
A prescribed guide for conduct or action.
ルール(まも)
I follow the rules.
I explain the rules of the game.
If you break the rules, there's a penalty.
New rules will start from next month.
We kindly explain the rules to those who don't know them, so everyone can participate enjoyably.

ルール (from English 'rule') refers to rules and regulations.

COMMON PATTERNS:

  • ルールを(まも)る: to follow/obey rules
  • ルールを(やぶ)る: to break rules
  • ルールを()める: to set rules
  • ルールに(したが)う: to follow rules

COMMON COMPOUNDS:

  • 交通(こうつう)ルール: traffic rules
  • マナーとルール: manners and rules
  • ルール違反(いはん): rule violation
  • ルールブック: rulebook

RELATED:

  • 規則(きそく): rule, regulation (more formal)
  • ()まり: rule, arrangement
  • 法律(ほうりつ): law