German Conversation · Level 10
89 words
German word
reich
Pronunciation
IPA/ʁaɪ̯ç/
Meaning
- adjectiverich
Example
Er stammt aus einer reichen Familie.
He comes from a rich family.
More examples
Er gilt als reich.
He is considered rich.
Core concept
A person, family, land, or source overflowing with money, goods, or other resources.
Common phrases
als reich gelten
be considered rich
in einem reichen Haushalt
in a rich household
Similar words
wohlhabend: Having steady income or assets that allow for a comfortable daily life.
vermögend: Holding substantial assets and able to afford major spending or investments.
Definition in German
Von großem Vermögen; eine Person oder Familie, die viel Geld und Besitz hat.
Word origin
Old High German rīhhi is the ancestor of reich; its Germanic root is associated with ruling power, which helps explain the later senses of wealth and plentiful resources.
Usage tips
- The adjective stays lowercase in German, but the related noun Reich is capitalized and means a realm or empire.