German word

Arbeitskreis

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaʁbaɪ̯tsˌkʁaɪ̯s/

Meaning

  • masculine nounstudy group

Example

Ich bin Mitglied des Arbeitskreises.

I am a member of the study group.

Illustration for Arbeitskreis (study group)

More examples

Ich nehme an einem Arbeitskreis teil, um mich zu vernetzen.

I am taking part in a study group to network.

Core concept

A small circle of people gathers around one shared subject, combining discussion with joint work.

Common phrases

  • an einem Arbeitskreis teilnehmen

    take part in a study group

  • bei einem Arbeitskreis mitwirken

    contribute to a study group

  • einen Arbeitskreis gründen

    found a study group

Similar words

Arbeitsgruppe: A small working group focused on tasks and tangible results.
Gruppe: A general group formed by people gathered for a shared purpose or setting.
Team: A stable group of members who divide roles and cooperate toward a goal.
Verein: A formally organized association with members, regulations, and often dues.

Definition in German

Ein Arbeitskreis ist eine feste, meist kleinere Gruppe von Personen, die sich regelmäßig trifft, um ein bestimmtes Thema zu beraten oder gemeinsam zu erarbeiten.

Word origin

Arbeitskreis combines Arbeit, meaning work or activity, with Kreis, meaning circle or group, so it literally denotes a group organized around a shared task.

Usage tips

  • Arbeitskreis is masculine, with the plural Arbeitskreise and the genitive singular Arbeitskreises, as in Mitglied des Arbeitskreises.

Other meanings

  • working groupnoun

Opposites

  • Einzelarbeitindividual worknoun
  • Alleinarbeitsolitary worknoun

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