die Kleingruppe
Translation
small group
Examples
Wir arbeiten im Unterricht oft in Kleingruppen.
We often work in small groups in class.
Die Aufgabe wird in Kleingruppen bearbeitet.
The task is worked on in small groups.
Grammar Patterns
to work in small groups In the German course, we often work in small groups.
Similar Words
das Grüppchen (little group); Antonym: die Großgruppe (large group)
Etymology
From 'klein' (small) + 'die Gruppe' (the group). Literally 'small group'.
Memory Tips
Picture a large class breaking into smaller circles of 3-4 students. Each is a 'Kleingruppe'.