die Kerngruppe
Translation
core group, nucleus, core team
Examples
Die Kerngruppe des Projekts trifft sich wöchentlich.
The core group of the project meets weekly.
Eine kleine Kerngruppe hat die Entscheidung getroffen.
A small core group made the decision.
Grammar Patterns
to form a core group ((of sth.)) The experts form a core group.
Similar Words
Hauptgruppe (main group), Zentralgruppe (central group)
Etymology
Composed of 'Kern' (core, kernel) and 'Gruppe' (group).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'kernel' of a nut – the central, essential part. This is the central group of people.