This is the 10934th most frequent Spanish word.
dictan
"Dictan" means "they dictate" or "they give (a lesson or order)."
Here, 'dictan' is used to describe the action of 'delivering' or 'lecturing' by teachers.
Los profesores dictan las clases en el aula.
The teachers give lectures in the classroom.
In this context, 'dictan' is employed to signify 'establish' or 'impose' rules.
Las normas que dictan en este lugar son muy estrictas.
The rules that they establish in this place are very strict.
Here, 'dictan' is utilized to mean 'issue' or 'pronounce' a sentence or judgment.