Regulerar

"Regulerar" is a Swedish verb meaning "to regulate" or "to adjust." It is commonly used in contexts where a process, system, or behavior needs to be controlled, standardized, or maintained within certain parameters. The term originates from the Latin word *regulare*, which refers to the act of aligning something according to a rule or standard.

In everyday Swedish, "regulerar" can be applied to various fields, including technology, economics, and personal habits. For example, a thermostat *regulerar* indoor temperature by adjusting heating or cooling systems. Similarly, financial institutions *regulerar* markets through policies and oversight to prevent excessive volatility or fraud. On a personal level, someone might *regulerar* their sleep schedule to improve daily productivity.

The verb is conjugated according to standard Swedish verb rules. In the present tense, it takes the form *regulerar* for the third-person singular (e.g., *hon regulerar*—"she regulates"). The past tense is *reglerade*, and the past participle is *reglerat*. The verb is irregular in its subjunctive forms, such as *reglerade* (subjunctive past).

"Regulerar" is often paired with prepositions like *med* ("with") or *genom* ("through") to specify the method or means of regulation. For instance, *reglera med lagar* ("to regulate with laws") or *reglera genom automatisering* ("to regulate through automation"). The term is also used metaphorically, as in *reglera sina känslor* ("to regulate one’s emotions"), indicating self-control or emotional balance.

In Swedish law and governance, *reglera* refers to the creation or enforcement of rules, often by authorities. For example, the government *reglerar* public services to ensure fairness and efficiency. The concept of regulation is closely tied to governance, as it involves balancing individual freedom with collective order.