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rules

[/ruːlz/]
noun/verbpl: N/A (already plural as noun)
regras
1. Plural of rule; official or agreed regulations governing conduct or procedure
The rules of the game are simple.
As regras do jogo são simples.
2. Third person singular present tense of 'rule'; to exercise control or authority over
The king rules the kingdom.
O rei governa o reino.
3. To be the dominant force or most popular (informal)
That band really rules!
Essa banda é muito legal!
NYC Slang
rules (as in 'that rules!' = 'that's awesome/cool')
Synonyms
regulationsguidelineslawsordinancesgovernsreignsdominates
Antonyms
chaosdisorderobeyssubmits

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
regras
Most common usage; also 'governa' for verb form
São Paulo
regras
Standard usage; 'manda' used informally for 'rules' (is awesome)
Rio de Janeiro
regras
Standard usage; 'é show' used colloquially for 'rules' (is cool)
Portugal
regras
Standard usage; 'governa' for verb form; less common slang usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the rules
follow the rules
rule of thumb
rule the roost
the rules of engagement
rules are made to be broken
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