This is the 260th most frequent Afrikaans word.
regering
Government.
Here, 'regering' is used to refer to the authoritative governing body of a country.
Die regering het 'n nuwe belasting ingestel.
The government imposed a new tax.
In this sentence, 'regering' is metaphorically used to express personal control or management.
My regering oor die huishouding is streng.
My control over the household is strict.
Here, 'regering' is part of 'regeringstelsels', indicating administrative or systematic governance activities.