This is the 280th most frequent Hebrew word.
חוק
Law, statute, or decree.
In this sentence, "חוק" refers to a regulation or rule established by a governing authority that people are supposed to follow.
החוק במדינה מחייב ללבוש קסדה בזמן רכיבה על אופניים.
The law in the country mandates wearing a helmet while riding a bicycle.
In this sentence, "חוק" refers to rules or guidelines that regulate behavior within an institution, such as a school.
לתלמידים החדשים הסבירו את חוקי בית הספר בשבוע הראשון.
The new students were explained the school rules in the first week.
In this sentence, "חוק" is used to describe a principle or regularity observed in nature.