When you're learning Danish, you'll come across the word kreds. It's a useful word because it can mean a few things, but they all relate to something being circular or a group.
Think of it like a 'circle' of friends, or even a literal 'circle' shape. It's used in everyday conversation to talk about different kinds of groups or rounds of things.
When you're at the B1 level in Danish, understanding words like "kreds" is really useful. It doesn't just mean a physical circle, but also a group of people. Think of it like your "circle of friends" or a specific club or association.
You'll often hear it in contexts where people are talking about a community or a social network. So, it's more than just geometry; it's about connections.
When we talk about 'kreds' in Danish, it's not just about a geometric shape. While it can mean 'circle' in the literal sense, like a circle drawn on paper, it often refers to a 'group' or 'circuit'.
Think of it as a social circle, a professional group, or even an electoral district. For example, a 'vennekreds' is a circle of friends, and an 'interessegruppe' is an interest group.
It implies a defined perimeter or a community of people with a shared connection. Understanding this broader application is key to using 'kreds' naturally.
§ What does 'kreds' mean?
- Danish Word
- kreds (noun)
- English Definition
- a circle or group
The Danish word 'kreds' is quite versatile. At its core, it means a 'circle' in the most literal sense – a geometric shape. You'll use it this way when you're talking about drawing a circle, or a circular object. Think of it like describing the shape of a wheel or a ring.
Tegn en kreds på papiret. (Draw a circle on the paper.)
Børnene sad i en kreds omkring læreren. (The children sat in a circle around the teacher.)
However, 'kreds' is very often used to refer to a 'group' of people, especially a social or professional group that shares a common interest, goal, or location. This is where it gets interesting and useful in everyday conversation. It implies a kind of informal association rather than a strict, official organization. It's about a community, a network, or a sphere of influence.
Han har en stor kreds af venner. (He has a large circle of friends.)
Hun er aktiv i en lokal politisk kreds. (She is active in a local political group.)
You'll often hear it in contexts relating to:
- Social circles: Your friends, acquaintances, and the people you spend time with.
- Professional networks: Colleagues, industry peers, or people with shared professional interests.
- Community groups: Local associations, volunteer groups, or clubs.
- Political divisions: An electoral district or constituency can also be referred to as a 'kreds'. This is a more formal usage but still relates to a defined group or area.
The feeling of 'kreds' when referring to people is one of inclusion and belonging. It's less formal than a 'forening' (association) or 'organisation', and often implies a more organic or naturally formed grouping. You wouldn't typically use 'kreds' for a very large, structured corporation, but you might use it for a smaller, tighter-knit department or team within that corporation, especially when emphasizing the social connections.
When you're trying to describe a close-knit group, or someone's personal network, 'kreds' is a good word to have in your vocabulary. It carries a nuance of shared space or shared interest that other words for 'group' might not.
§ Understanding 'kreds'
Alright, let's talk about the Danish word 'kreds'. It's pretty versatile, and you'll hear it in a few different contexts. The most direct translation is 'circle' or 'group'. But like many words, it picks up different shades of meaning depending on where it's used. Think of it as how we use 'circle' in English – it can be a literal shape, but also a social circle, a circle of friends, or a sphere of influence. 'Kreds' works similarly in Danish.
- Danish Word
- kreds (noun)
- CEFR Level
- B1
- Definition
- a circle or group
§ 'Kreds' in Work and Professional Settings
In a work context, 'kreds' often refers to a specific group of people who share a common interest, profession, or goal. It's not usually about a formal department, but more about a community within or across organizations. For example, you might hear about 'faglige kredse', which means 'professional circles'. This refers to people in the same field who communicate and collaborate.
Han bevæger sig i de samme professionelle kredse.
This translates to: He moves in the same professional circles.
En lille kreds af eksperter blev konsulteret.
Meaning: A small group of experts was consulted.
§ 'Kreds' in Educational Settings
At school or university, 'kreds' can refer to a study group or a specific academic community. It's less common than 'gruppe' for a general group of students, but you might hear it in more specialized contexts, like a research 'kreds' or a 'læsekreds' (reading circle).
De dannede en kreds for at diskutere litteratur.
Meaning: They formed a circle/group to discuss literature.
Denne kreds af forskere arbejder på et nyt projekt.
Meaning: This group of researchers is working on a new project.
§ 'Kreds' in the News and Public Discourse
You'll often encounter 'kreds' in news reports, especially when discussing political or social groups, or certain segments of the population. It can indicate a particular constituency or a faction. For example, 'politiske kredse' refers to political circles, meaning the people involved in politics or those who have political influence.
Inden for disse kredse er der stor uenighed.
This translates to: Within these circles, there is great disagreement.
Han er kendt i de højere kredse.
Meaning: He is known in the higher circles (implying influential or elite groups).
§ Other Common Uses of 'Kreds'
- Valgkreds: This is a very common one, meaning 'electoral district' or 'constituency'. You'll hear this a lot during elections.
- Vennekreds: This means 'circle of friends', which is pretty straightforward.
Hun stiller op i den valgkreds.
Meaning: She is running in that electoral district.
Han har en stor vennekreds.
Meaning: He has a large circle of friends.
So, when you hear 'kreds', try to listen to the context. Is it about a literal circle, a social group, a professional community, or a political division? The meaning will usually become clear from the surrounding words.
趣味小知识
The Danish word 'kreds' is a direct descendant of the Old Norse word 'kreiss', which also meant circle or ring. This shows the strong linguistic ties between Danish and its Old Norse roots.
发音指南
- Often mispronounced with a long 'a' sound, but it's short, similar to the 'a' in 'cat'.
- The 'r' sound can be tricky; it's a soft, guttural 'r' as in French or German, not a rolled 'r' or an English 'r'.
需要掌握的语法
Nouns in Danish have grammatical gender, either common (en-words) or neuter (et-words). 'Kreds' is an en-word.
En kreds (a circle)
To make a singular noun definite, you add the suffix '-en' for en-words.
Kredsen (the circle)
The plural of 'kreds' is irregular; it's 'kredse'.
Mange kredse (many circles)
When forming the definite plural, you add '-ne' to the plural form.
Kredsene (the circles)
Nouns can be used in compound words. For 'kreds', this could be 'vennekreds' (circle of friends).
En stor vennekreds (a large circle of friends)
按水平分级的例句
Vi sidder i en kreds.
We sit in a circle.
A simple statement about sitting in a physical circle.
Hunden løb i kreds.
The dog ran in circles.
Describes a repetitive circular movement.
De er en lille kreds af venner.
They are a small circle of friends.
Refers to a close-knit group of people.
Tegn en kreds på papiret.
Draw a circle on the paper.
An imperative sentence using 'kreds' as a geometric shape.
Han er med i en læsekreds.
He is in a reading group.
Refers to a specific type of social group (a book club).
Cirkushesten løb i en kreds.
The circus horse ran in a circle.
Similar to the dog example, describing circular motion.
Vi danser i en stor kreds.
We dance in a big circle.
Describes people forming a circle for an activity.
Familien er en vigtig kreds.
Family is an important group.
Uses 'kreds' to mean a fundamental social unit.
De dannede en kreds omkring bålet.
They formed a circle around the bonfire.
Vi mødtes i en lille kreds af venner.
We met in a small group of friends.
Det er vigtigt at have en stærk social kreds.
It is important to have a strong social circle.
Han er en del af en eksklusiv kreds.
He is part of an exclusive group.
Debatten foregik i en lukket kreds.
The debate took place in a closed circle.
Politiet udvider kredsen af mistænkte.
The police are expanding the circle of suspects.
Inden for forfatterens kreds er hans arbejde velanset.
Within the author's circle, his work is well-regarded.
Hun bevægede sig i en kreds af intellektuelle.
She moved in a circle of intellectuals.
De dannede en kreds omkring bålet, hvor historier og latter fyldte aftenen.
They formed a circle around the bonfire, where stories and laughter filled the evening.
Inden for politiske kredse er der stor debat om den nye lov.
Within political circles, there is great debate about the new law.
Hun bevæger sig i de samme kunstneriske kredse som sin familie.
She moves in the same artistic circles as her family.
En lille kreds af inderkredsfolk bestemte strategien for virksomheden.
A small circle of insiders determined the strategy for the company.
Jeg har en bred kreds af venner fra forskellige livsområder.
I have a wide circle of friends from different walks of life.
Efter ulykken samlede familien sig i en tæt kreds for at støtte hinanden.
After the accident, the family gathered in a close circle to support each other.
Den eksklusive kreds af medlemmer mødtes hver måned for at diskutere aktuelle emner.
The exclusive circle of members met every month to discuss current topics.
Han tilhører en kreds af intellektuelle, der ofte mødes for at udveksle idéer.
He belongs to a circle of intellectuals who often meet to exchange ideas.
常见搭配
常用短语
Vi er en lille kreds.
We are a small group.
Han har en stor vennekreds.
He has a large circle of friends.
De mødtes i en lukket kreds.
They met in a closed circle.
Kredsen udvidede sig.
The circle expanded.
Hun er med i en kreds for kunstnere.
She is part of a circle/group for artists.
Problemet rammer en bred kreds af mennesker.
The problem affects a wide circle of people.
De holder møder i en fast kreds.
They hold meetings in a regular group.
Kom med i vores kreds!
Join our circle!
Det er kun kendt i en lille kreds.
It is only known in a small circle.
Han har mange kontakter i sin kreds.
He has many contacts in his circle.
容易混淆的词
A close circle (of people).
Electoral district/constituency.
Circle of friends.
容易混淆
Both 'kreds' and 'cirkel' can mean 'circle'.
'Cirkel' specifically refers to the geometric shape. 'Kreds' is broader and can refer to a group of people, an area, or an abstract concept of a circle.
Tegn en cirkel. (Draw a circle.)
Both 'kreds' and 'gruppe' can mean 'group'.
'Gruppe' is a general term for a collection of people or things. 'Kreds' often implies a more defined or closed group, like a social circle or a political constituency.
Vi er en gruppe venner. (We are a group of friends.)
Both can refer to surroundings.
'Omgivelser' means 'surroundings' or 'environment'. 'Kreds' can refer to a specific area or circuit, but not in the sense of general surroundings.
Han nød sine nye omgivelser. (He enjoyed his new surroundings.)
Both can refer to an area.
'Område' is a general term for an area or region. 'Kreds' can be an area, but often with a sense of enclosure or a designated zone, like an election district.
Dette er et smukt område. (This is a beautiful area.)
Both can refer to an association or organization.
'Forening' specifically means an association, club, or society. 'Kreds' can be used for a social circle or a branch of a larger organization, but 'forening' is more formal for an established group.
Han er medlem af en forening. (He is a member of an association.)
词源
Old Norse
原始含义： circle, ring
North Germanic文化背景
In Danish culture, 'kreds' is often used in a social context. For example, 'vennekreds' means 'circle of friends', highlighting the importance of close-knit social groups. You might also hear it in a more formal sense, like 'kommunalbestyrelseskreds', referring to an electoral district.
在生活中练习
真实语境
When talking about a social group or circle of friends:
- Min vennekreds er meget international.
- Han har en bred kreds af bekendte.
- Vi inviterer kun den nærmeste kreds til festen.
In a formal or organizational setting, referring to a specific group or committee:
- Bestyrelsens kreds består af syv medlemmer.
- Der er nedsat en kreds til at undersøge sagen.
- Hun sidder i den øverste kreds af beslutningstagere.
When describing a physical circle or a round shape:
- Børnene sad i en kreds på gulvet.
- Tegn en kreds med passeren.
- Danserne dannede en stor kreds.
Referring to an area of influence or scope:
- Det er uden for min kreds af ekspertise.
- Dette emne falder inden for vores kreds af interesser.
- Hans indflydelse strækker sig over en stor kreds.
When discussing a circuit or electrical loop (less common in daily conversation, but good to know):
- Der var en kortslutning i kredsen.
- Elektrikeren tjekkede hele den elektriske kreds.
- Strømmen løber i en lukket kreds.
对话开场白
"Har du en stor vennekreds?"
"Hvilken slags kreds arbejder du i?"
"Kan du nævne en kendt person, der har en stor offentlig kreds?"
"Hvordan udvider man sin sociale kreds i et nyt land?"
"Hvad er vigtigst i en vennekreds?"
日记主题
Beskriv din ideelle vennekreds og hvorfor.
Tænk over en gang, hvor du følte dig uden for en kreds. Hvordan håndterede du det?
Hvilke fem personer ville du inkludere i din inderste kreds, og hvorfor?
Reflektér over betydningen af at være en del af en kreds eller gruppe.
Skriv om en situation, hvor du har set 'kreds' brugt på en uventet måde.
常见问题
10 个问题Kreds primarily means a circle, like a geometric shape, or a group of people who share a common interest or activity.
Yes, absolutely! You can use kreds to refer to a social circle or a circle of friends. For example, 'min vennekreds' means 'my circle of friends'.
Yes, it can be. If you're talking about a professional group or community, kreds is a good word. For instance, 'en kreds af forskere' means 'a circle of researchers'.
While both mean 'group', kreds often implies a more defined or interconnected group, often with shared interests or a sense of community. 'Gruppe' can be more general. Think of 'kreds' as a 'circle' of people, which implies a closer connection.
Yes, it can refer to a physical circle. For example, 'tegne en kreds' means 'to draw a circle'.
'En lille kreds' means 'a small circle' or 'a small group'. It emphasizes the limited size of the group.
Yes, it can be. You might hear 'politiske kredse' meaning 'political circles' or 'political groups'.
You could, but 'cykelklub' (cycling club) or 'cykelhold' (cycling team) would be more common and precise for a cycling group.
Sure. 'Hun tilhører en kreds af kunstnere.' This means 'She belongs to a circle/group of artists.' Here, kreds emphasizes the shared artistic interest.
You could say, 'Bolden trillede i en kreds.' This means 'The ball rolled in a circle.' This is a straightforward use of kreds as a geometric shape.
自我测试 42 个问题
Hvilket ord betyder 'group'?
Kreds betyder 'group' eller 'circle'.
Hvilken sætning bruger 'kreds' korrekt?
I denne sætning bruges 'kreds' i betydningen 'group'.
Hvis du ser mange mennesker sammen, kan de være en...
En 'kreds' kan referere til en gruppe mennesker.
En 'kreds' kan være en gruppe mennesker.
Ja, 'kreds' kan betyde en gruppe mennesker, som i 'en kreds af venner'.
En 'kreds' er altid noget, man kan tegne med en blyant.
Nej, selvom 'kreds' kan betyde en geometrisk figur, kan det også betyde en gruppe mennesker, som ikke kan tegnes.
Ordet 'kreds' bruges kun om matematiske figurer.
Nej, 'kreds' kan også referere til en gruppe, for eksempel 'en politisk kreds'.
He is in my circle of friends.
They are sitting in a large circle.
Are you part of a book group?
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Vi danner en kreds.
Focus: kreds
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Hvem er i din familie-kreds?
Focus: familie-kreds
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Kan du tegne en kreds?
Focus: tegne en kreds
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This sentence introduces the basic shape of a circle. 'En' (a), 'kreds' (circle), 'er' (is), 'rund' (round).
This sentence describes people sitting in a circle. 'De' (they), 'sidder' (sit), 'i' (in), 'en' (a), 'kreds' (circle).
This sentence means 'I draw a circle.' 'Jeg' (I), 'tegner' (draw), 'en' (a), 'kreds' (circle).
This phrase means 'a circle of friends'. 'En' is 'a', 'kreds' is 'circle', 'af' is 'of', and 'venner' is 'friends'.
This means 'We are sitting in a circle'. 'Vi' is 'we', 'sidder' is 'sit/are sitting', 'i' is 'in', 'en' is 'a', and 'kreds' is 'circle'.
This translates to 'He has a small circle of family'. 'Han' is 'he', 'har' is 'has', 'en' is 'a', 'lille' is 'small', 'kreds' is 'circle', 'af' is 'of', and 'familie' is 'family'.
Han bevæger sig i de samme forretnings____ som sin far.
In this context, 'forretningskredse' refers to business circles or networks, which aligns perfectly with 'kreds' meaning a group.
Kongen samlede sine nærmeste rådgivere i en tæt ____.
'En tæt kreds' is a common idiom for a close-knit group, fitting the meaning of 'kreds' as a group.
Debatten spredte sig hurtigt i akademiske ____.
'Akademiske kredse' means academic circles, which is a standard usage of 'kreds' to denote a specific group of people.
Politikeren havde en stor ____ af støtter bag sig.
'En stor kreds af støtter' means a large circle of supporters, using 'kreds' to describe a group.
Denne type viden er kun tilgængelig for indviede ____.
'Indviede kredse' refers to initiated circles or an exclusive group, which is a common and appropriate use of 'kreds'.
Han bevægede sig altid i de øverste sociale ____.
'De øverste sociale kredse' means the upper social circles, clearly using 'kreds' to signify a social group.
Hvilket ord beskriver bedst en gruppe mennesker, der deler interesser og mødes regelmæssigt?
En 'kreds' refererer ofte til en gruppe mennesker med fælles interesser.
Hvis du tegner en figur, der er lige langt fra et centralt punkt overalt, hvad tegner du så?
En 'kreds' er en geometrisk figur, hvor alle punkter på omkredsen er lige langt fra centrum.
I hvilken sammenhæng ville 'kreds' bedst beskrive et socialt eller professionelt netværk?
I denne sætning bruges 'kreds' til at beskrive et socialt netværk, især inden for forretning.
En 'kreds' kan kun referere til en geometrisk form og aldrig til en gruppe mennesker.
En 'kreds' kan både referere til en geometrisk form og en gruppe mennesker med fælles interesser.
Hvis man er en del af en 'læsekreds', betyder det, at man er medlem af en gruppe, der mødes for at diskutere bøger.
En 'læsekreds' er netop en gruppe, der mødes for at læse og diskutere litteratur.
Når man taler om 'en snæver kreds', betyder det, at man taler om en stor, åben gruppe af mennesker.
'En snæver kreds' refererer til en lille og eksklusiv gruppe af mennesker.
Imagine you are an event organizer. Write a short paragraph inviting people to a new discussion group (kreds) focusing on environmental issues. Emphasize the collaborative aspect and the goal of finding solutions.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Vi inviterer dig til at deltage i vores nye diskussionskreds, der fokuserer på miljøudfordringer. Målet er at finde innovative løsninger gennem åben dialog og samarbejde. Din stemme er vigtig i denne kreds, hvor vi sammen kan skabe en bedre fremtid for miljøet.
You are writing a review of a new political party. Describe how the party is trying to expand its 'kreds' of supporters by appealing to a broader range of voters. Mention specific strategies they might use.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Det nye parti arbejder intenst på at udvide sin kreds af støtter. De forsøger at tiltrække nye vælgere ved at fokusere på både by- og landdistrikternes bekymringer, samt ved at engagere sig i sociale medier for at nå en yngre demografi. Deres kampagne har en bred appel.
Describe a scenario where a person feels excluded from a social 'kreds'. What actions could they take to try and join or create their own group?
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
Hvis man føler sig udelukket fra en social kreds, kan det være vanskeligt. Man kunne forsøge at initiere samtaler, deltage i fælles aktiviteter eller endda skabe sin egen kreds baseret på fælles interesser. At finde ligesindede er ofte nøglen til at opbygge et fællesskab.
What is implied about the old man's social life?
Read this passage:
Den gamle mand sad altid alene på bænken i parken. Han havde mistet sin kone for mange år siden og hans børn boede langt væk. Hans kreds af venner var blevet mindre og mindre over tid, og nu var der næsten ingen tilbage. Han længtes efter selskab og en god samtale.
What is implied about the old man's social life?
The passage states his 'kreds af venner var blevet mindre og mindre' and he 'længtes efter selskab', indicating loneliness and a desire for company.
The passage states his 'kreds af venner var blevet mindre og mindre' and he 'længtes efter selskab', indicating loneliness and a desire for company.
What is the primary purpose of the 'kreds' mentioned in the passage?
Read this passage:
På mødet diskuterede man vigtigheden af at etablere en lokal kreds af borgere, der kunne overvåge og rapportere om eventuelle ulovligheder i området. Formålet var at styrke lokalsamfundet og øge sikkerheden for alle beboere. Initiativet blev mødt med stor opbakning.
What is the primary purpose of the 'kreds' mentioned in the passage?
The passage explicitly states the purpose is 'at etablere en lokal kreds af borgere, der kunne overvåge og rapportere om eventuelle ulovligheder'.
The passage explicitly states the purpose is 'at etablere en lokal kreds af borgere, der kunne overvåge og rapportere om eventuelle ulovligheder'.
In this context, what does 'kreds' refer to?
Read this passage:
Kunstneren arbejdede i årevis på sin serie af malerier, der alle afbildede den samme kreds af mystiske symboler. Hvert maleri tilføjede en ny dimension til fortolkningen, og kritikere roste hans evne til at skabe dybde og kompleksitet inden for et begrænset motivområde. Udstillingen blev en stor succes.
In this context, what does 'kreds' refer to?
The passage mentions 'den samme kreds af mystiske symboler' implying a recurring set of symbols, not a social group or region.
The passage mentions 'den samme kreds af mystiske symboler' implying a recurring set of symbols, not a social group or region.
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