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Regelwerk

rulebook

noun RAY-gel-verk Rare

Also means

set of rules

Usage Note

Regelwerk is the complete body of rules governing a game, sport, or institution. The offizielles Regelwerk of a board game or sport federation is the authoritative document. It is somewhat more formal than simply die Regeln and implies a comprehensive, codified system.

Examples

"Das Regelwerk des Spiels ist für Anfänger zunächst schwer zu verstehen."

Natural Translation

The rulebook of the game is initially hard for beginners to understand.

Literal Translation

The rule-work of-the game is for beginners initially hard to understand.

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