regolari

Regolari is the plural form of the Italian adjective regolare, meaning regular, standard, or ordinary. It can also function as a noun, where regolari denotes regulars, i.e., members of a standing or regular army, as opposed to irregular forces. In general Italian usage, regolari is used to describe things that conform to rules, patterns, or schedules.

Etymology derives regolare from Latin regulāris, itself from regula, meaning a rule. The word historically signals conformity to established norms or standards, which is reflected in its broad Italian usage.

Usage in Italian spans many domains. Phrases such as orari regolari (regular hours), servizio regolare (regular service), or una linea regolare (a regular line) illustrate its application to schedules and processes. As a noun, i regolari can refer to military personnel who serve in a regular army, distinguishing them from part-time, militia, or irregular forces.

Military and historical usage: beyond general Italian, regolari is found in international contexts to denote standing military formations. A notable usage is Regulares (capitalized) in Spanish history, referring to Moroccan troops organized by Spain within the Spanish Army, particularly during the early to mid-20th century, where they served as regular forces in colonial campaigns and related conflicts.

See also: Regular, Irregular military terms, Regulares (Moroccan troops).