B2⚖️ Law & Politics
Italian word
norma
a rule, regulation, or standard
Looks like
norm
a standard or typical pattern of behaviour
⚠️ The trap
In Italian legal texts, 'norma' specifically refers to a binding legal rule or regulation, not just a social norm. English 'norm' is softer and more about expected behaviour. In law, you'd say 'provision' or 'rule', not 'norm'.
To say "a standard or typical pattern of behaviour" in Italian:
norma
"norma" in English means:
a rule, regulation, or standard
Example
"Questa norma è in vigore dal 2020."
"This regulation has been in force since 2020."
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