Kreis - translation, pronunciation and examples
circle
social group
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When to use Kreis
Freundeskreis
enger Kreis
innerer Kreis
Freundeskreis
kleiner Kreis
Kreis usage examples
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Neutral word for a circle of people gathered together; often means a group of friends or a social circle.
Usually refers to a more tightly connected, organized group of people with a shared interest or status; sounds a bit more formal/bookish.
Usually means a ring or circular shape; for a social circle it is less common and more figurative.
A broad word for people spending time together; can mean society, company, or a gathering.
A small, closed group of friends or acquaintances; can sometimes sound exclusive or slightly negative.
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Kreis synonyms
What's the difference between Kreis / Zirkel / Ring / Gesellschaft / Clique
Neutral word for a circle of people gathered together; often means a group of friends or a social circle.
Er hat eine große Runde von Freunden um sich.
У него вокруг себя большая компания друзей.
Usually refers to a more tightly connected, organized group of people with a shared interest or status; sounds a bit more formal/bookish.
Sie gehört zu einem literarischen Zirkel.
Она принадлежит к литературному кругу.
Usually means a ring or circular shape; for a social circle it is less common and more figurative.
Um den Tisch saß ein Ring von Gästen.
Вокруг стола сидело кольцо гостей.
A broad word for people spending time together; can mean society, company, or a gathering.
In angenehmer Gesellschaft vergeht die Zeit schnell.
В приятной компании время проходит быстро.
A small, closed group of friends or acquaintances; can sometimes sound exclusive or slightly negative.
Die Clique traf sich jeden Freitag nach der Schule.
Компания встречалась каждую пятницу после школы.
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How to pronounce Kreis and what this word means
Kreis translation: circle. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Kreis
[kʁaɪ̯s]
Kreis translation
circle
Kreis examples
In meinem Kreis spricht man oft über Musik.
Kreis transcription
[kʁaɪ̯s]
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Questions about this word
Kreis meaning: what does it mean?
kleine Gruppe von Menschen mit gemeinsamen Interessen
Kreis pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Kreis is pronounced as [kʁaɪ̯s]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Kreis definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
In meinem Kreis spricht man oft über Musik. Translation: В моём кругу часто говорят о музыке.
Is Kreis part of Friends and Acquaintances vocabulary?
Yes, Kreis (circle) can be learned in the Friends and Acquaintances topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Kreis part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?
Yes, Kreis (circle) can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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