What does "regir" mean in English?

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Spanish

regir

English

to govern

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Alternative translations of "regir"

to rule
to direct
to control
to manage

Examples of how to use "regir" in Spanish

Spanish
Se rige por unas normas muy estrictas.
English
It is governed by very strict rules.
Spanish
La ley rige en todo el país.
English
The law applies throughout the country.
Spanish
Ayer regí el club con cuidado.
English
Yesterday, I managed the club carefully.
Spanish
Mi abuelo regía la empresa familiar.
English
My grandfather managed the family business.
Spanish
La nueva norma regirá el próximo año.
English
The new regulation will take effect next year.

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Se rige por unas normas muy estrictas.

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