phép tắc
[fɛp̚˧˦ tak̚˧˦]
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Meaning · English
(noun) rules and regulations; the law
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
phép tắc xã giaothe rules of propriety
giữ phép tắcto obey the law
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
rules and regulations
Official guidelines and standards that must be followed
English
Near equivalent
luật lệ
(noun) rules and regulations
Tiếng Việt · via rules and regulations
Near equivalent
điều lệ
(noun) a charter; (founding) code of conduct; agreement of rules and regulations
Tiếng Việt · via rules and regulations
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Common questions
What does “phép tắc” mean?
(noun) rules and regulations; the law
Is “phép tắc” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“rules and regulations” (English) — near equivalent.