German word

Klub

Pronunciation

IPA/klʊp/

Meaning

  • masculine nounclub

Example

In dieser Stadt gibt es viele Klubs.

There are many clubs in this city.

Illustration for Klub (club)

More examples

Am Wochenende gehen wir oft in den Klub.

At the weekend, we often go to the club.

Core concept

People with a common interest meet repeatedly as a group, with the same word also covering some organized social venues.

Common phrases

  • in den Klub gehen

    go to the club

  • im Klub tanzen

    dance at the club

Similar words

Verein: A formally organized group with a specific purpose, members, and rules.
Club: A group whose members gather for social activities or entertainment.
Gruppe: A temporary or informal group united by a shared purpose.
Gemeinschaft: A community formed through shared values or strong social bonds.

Definition in German

Ein Klub ist eine meist informelle Gruppe von Personen, die sich regelmäßig wegen eines gemeinsamen Hobbys oder Interesses treffen.

Word origin

The German noun Klub comes from English club, which developed related senses for an association and a place for social activity.

Usage tips

  • The verb beitreten takes the dative, so the phrase is einem Klub beitreten rather than einen Klub beitreten.

Other meanings

  • associationnoun
  • nightclubnoun

Related words

  • Klubmitgliedclub membernoun
  • Klubabendclub eveningnoun

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