der Sicherheitskreis
Translation
security circle, security sources, intelligence circles
Examples
Die Information stammt aus Sicherheitskreisen.
The information comes from security circles.
Nur ein kleiner Sicherheitskreis kannte den Plan.
Only a small security circle knew the plan.
Grammar Patterns
((aus+3)) Sicherheitskreisen from security circles The news came from security circles.
((in+3)) Sicherheitskreisen in security circles There is concern in security circles.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Insider-Kreis (insider circle), Geheimdienstkreise (intelligence circles).
Etymology
From 'Sicherheit' (security) and 'Kreis' (circle). Literally a 'security circle'.
Memory Tips
Picture a protective 'circle' (Kreis) of people providing 'security' (Sicherheit) for an important person or secret.