reglas

Reglas is the plural form of the Spanish noun regla, meaning "rule" or "regulation." It is used to refer to prescribed guidelines or norms in a variety of contexts. Etymology: from Latin regula, meaning a straight rod or rule.

In law and governance, reglas denote binding norms, often expressed as regulations, ordinances, or codes that govern behavior or procedures. In sports and games, the reglas define how the activity is conducted, including permissible actions, scoring, and penalties for violations. In education, workplaces, and everyday life, reglas establish expectations for conduct, safety, and convivencia (coexistence).

Common phrases include reglas de juego (rules of the game), reglas de convivencia (rules of conduct), reglas de oro (golden rules), and reglas de seguridad (safety rules). The term also appears in cultural and literary contexts to refer to frameworks or standards that guide actions or interpretations.

As a proper noun, Regla(s) can occur as part of place names, organizations, or family names in Spanish-speaking regions, where capitalization signals its status as a designated name rather than a general term. See also Regla, the singular form closely related in meaning and usage, and often appearing in similar linguistic and cultural contexts.