This is the 4307th most frequent Swedish word.
strikta
"Strikta" in English means "strict."
In this sentence, 'strikta' is used as an adjective to describe the rules ('Reglerna') as being rigid or tightly enforced.
Reglerna på arbetsplatsen är mycket strikta.
The rules at the workplace are very strict.
Here, 'strikta' again functions as an adjective, qualifying the instructions ('instruktionerna').
Hon följde instruktionerna strikta.
She followed the strict instructions.
In this instance, 'strikta' describes 'förhållanden' (conditions), indicating that they are strict or demanding, requiring careful considerations.