Regieren Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Regieren" is used as verb with the meaning of "to govern", "to rule" or "to dominate".

Essential properties of "regieren"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: regieren
  • Simple past: regierte
  • Participle: regiert

See full conjugation of regieren

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "regieren" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To govern"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Präsident regiert das Land seit fünf Jahren.The president has governed the country for five years.
  2. Die Partei regiert mit absoluter Mehrheit.The party rules with an absolute majority.
  3. Wer regiert derzeit in Deutschland?Who is currently governing in Germany?

2.) "To dominate, to prevail"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. In diesem Haushalt regiert die Mutter.In this household, the mother rules.
  2. Die Vernunft sollte über die Gefühle regieren.Reason should prevail over emotions.
  3. In der Wirtschaft regiert oft das Geld.In the economy, money often rules.
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