Kreis
Meaning and Usage
"Kreis" in German translates to "circle" or "district" in English. It has various usages, ranging from geometrical shapes to administrative divisions.
Linguistic Analysis
"Kreis" is a singular masculine noun. It does not have any prefix or suffix. The word originates from the Old High German "krīs," which means "circle" or "ring."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Kreis" is similar to the English word "circle" in terms of its geometrical meaning. However, it also has the additional meaning of "district," which corresponds to the English word "district" or "county."
Cultural Context
In Germany, "Kreis" is commonly used to refer to administrative districts or counties within the country's administrative structure. It can also be used to describe geometrical shapes and figures.
Example Sentences
- Der rote Kreis ist größer als der blaue Kreis. (The red circle is larger than the blue circle.)
- Sie wohnt in einem kleinen Kreis außerhalb der Stadt. (She lives in a small district outside the city.)
Memory Tips
To remember the meaning of "Kreis," you can associate it with a circle, both in terms of its geometrical shape and as an administrative district.
Additional Vocabulary
- Synonyms: Bezirk (district), Rund (round)
- Related Words: Kreislauf (cycle), Kreisverkehr (roundabout)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: masculine Plural: die Kreise
Conjugation (for verbs)
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