Reihum
Translation
in turn, one after another, in succession, around
Examples
Die Flasche ging reihum.
The bottle was passed around.
Jeder erzählte reihum eine Geschichte.
Everyone told a story in turn.
Grammar Patterns
reihum + verb to do sth. in turn The questions were answered in turn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nacheinander, abwechselnd
Etymology
Composed of 'Reihe' (row, series) and 'um' (around). Literally means 'around in a row'.
Memory Tips
Imagine people in a row ('Reihe') sitting around ('um') a table, taking turns to speak.