Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To control a level, amount, or function so it stays within desired limits.
Natural examples
Ein Thermostat reguliert die Temperatur im Zimmer.
A thermostat regulates the room temperature.
Die Behörde reguliert den Zugang zum Schutzgebiet.
The agency regulates access to the protected area.
Sport hilft, den eigenen Schlafrhythmus zu regulieren.
Exercise helps regulate one's sleep schedule.
Usage note
Regulieren is a regular -ieren verb: reguliert, regulierte, hat reguliert. It is inseparable and usually takes an accusative object.
Mini-lesson: regulieren
To control a level, amount, or function so it stays within desired limits. Regulieren is a regular -ieren verb: reguliert, regulierte, hat reguliert. It is inseparable and usually takes an accusative object.
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