der Verein
Translation
club, association, society
Examples
Er ist Mitglied in einem Sportverein.
He is a member of a sports club.
Der Verein hat viele Mitglieder.
The club has many members.
Es gibt viele Vereine in unserer Stadt.
There are many clubs in our city.
Grammar Patterns
in einem Verein sein to be in a club I am in a football club.
einem Verein ((bei|treten)) to join a club He has joined the club.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Klub, Gesellschaft, Verband
Etymology
From the verb 'vereinen' (to unite). A club unites people with a common interest.
Memory Tips
A 'Verein' is a place that 'vereinen' (unites) people. Think of uniting for a common purpose.