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March 24, 2026
法规(法規)fǎguī(fa3gui1)
法规 refers to legal regulations or statutes set by governmental authorities. It encompasses the body of laws that govern behavior within a specific jurisdiction, often used in formal contexts such as legal documents, discussions about compliance, or government publications.
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Cultural Note
In China, 法规 plays a critical role in maintaining social order and governance, reflecting the Confucian value of rule by law. The emphasis on compliance with regulations is prevalent in various aspects of daily life and business.
Memory Tip
Think of 法 (fǎ) as a 'law' and 规 (guī) as 'rules.' Imagine a judge holding a gavel, representing the enforcement of laws (法规) in a courtroom, where rules are strictly followed.
Meanings of 法规
fǎguī(fa3gui1)
1legislation
2statute
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About 法规
法规Simplified
法規Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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法律 (fǎlǜ) - 法规 refers specifically to regulations or statutes, while 法律 encompasses the broader concept of law itself.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 法 (fǎ) as a 'law' and 规 (guī) as 'rules.' Imagine a judge holding a gavel, representing the enforcement of laws (法规) in a courtroom, where rules are strictly followed.
Usage Notes
法规 is typically used in formal or legal contexts. A common mistake is to confuse it with other terms like 法律 (fǎ lǜ), which means 'law' more generally. Ensure you use the correct tone: 法 (fǎ) is third tone, and 规 (guī) is first tone.
HSK Study Tips
While 法规 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it connects with legal vocabulary often encountered in advanced studies. Focus on understanding its usage in legal texts and how it relates to terms like 法律 (law) and 条例 (regulations).
Cultural Note
In China, 法规 plays a critical role in maintaining social order and governance, reflecting the Confucian value of rule by law. The emphasis on compliance with regulations is prevalent in various aspects of daily life and business.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 法规 with 法律 or 条例, thinking they are interchangeable. Remember that 法规 specifically refers to regulations, while 法律 is a broader legal term.
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In China, 法规 plays a critical role in maintaining social order and governance, reflecting the Confucian value of rule by law. The emphasis on compliance with regulations is prevalent in various aspects of daily life and business.
📜Proverb
有法必依，执法必严，违法必究。这句谚语强调了遵守法规的重要性和公正执法的必要性。
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In many Western countries, the concept of legislation is similar, but the processes for creating and enforcing laws may vary significantly, reflecting different legal traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 法规
法规 (fǎguī) refers specifically to regulations and rules, whereas 法律 (fǎlǜ) generally means law in a broader sense. 法规 is often used for more detailed, specific regulatory frameworks, while 法律 covers the overall legal system and principles.
法规 are enforced by various government agencies and law enforcement bodies in China. Compliance is monitored through inspections, audits, and penalties for violations. Understanding the enforcement mechanisms is crucial for grasping how laws impact daily life and business operations.
法规 (fǎguī) refers to laws and regulations in Chinese. It encompasses the legal frameworks that govern behavior and ensure order within a society. Understanding this term is essential for those studying legal texts or engaging in discussions about Chinese law.
You can use 法规 in a sentence to refer to specific laws or regulations. For example, '我们需要遵守相关的法规' (Wǒmen xūyào zūnshǒu xiāngguān de fǎguī) means 'We need to comply with the relevant laws and regulations.' This shows the term's practical application in legal contexts.
法规 refers specifically to regulations or statutes, while 法律 is a broader term that encompasses all laws.
It's typically used in formal or legal contexts, so it's best reserved for discussions about legal matters.
Focus on the tones: 法 (fǎ) is third tone and 规 (guī) is first tone; visualize a judge (法) ruling on regulations (规).
