der Verwandtenkreis
Translation
circle of relatives, extended family
Examples
Wir feiern Weihnachten im Verwandtenkreis.
We celebrate Christmas within our circle of relatives.
Sein Verwandtenkreis ist sehr groß.
His circle of relatives is very large.
Grammar Patterns
in the ((circle of relatives)) im Verwandtenkreis The party is taking place within the closest circle of relatives.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Familie, die Sippe
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Verwandte' (relatives) and 'Kreis' (circle). Literally a 'circle of relatives'.
Memory Tips
Just like 'Freundeskreis' is a circle of friends, 'Verwandtenkreis' is a circle of relatives. Picture your family in a circle.