der Bezirk
Translation
district, borough, precinct, area
Examples
Er wohnt in einem schönen Bezirk.
He lives in a beautiful district.
In vielen Bezirken gibt es große Parks.
In many districts, there are large parks.
Grammar Patterns
in+3 ((a district / the districts)) in a district Sie lebt im Bezirk Charlottenburg.
Similar Words
Viertel, Stadtteil, Gegend, Kiez
Etymology
From Middle High German 'bezirc', meaning 'circumference, area'. Related to 'Zirkel' (compass for drawing circles).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'circle' (Zirkel) drawn on a map to define a district. 'Bezirken' is the dative plural, often used after prepositions like 'in'.