Das Reich
Example: Das Römische Reich hatte großen Einfluss auf Europa.
Definition
"Das Reich" refers to an empire or realm, often denoting a large political territory ruled by an emperor or monarch. For example, "Das Römische Reich" signifies the Roman Empire, a vast and influential dominion in history.
Etymology
The term "das Reich" originates from Old High German 'rihhi,' meaning 'realm' or 'kingdom.' It shares roots with the English word 'rich,' originally meaning powerful or mighty, reflecting the authority and grandeur associated with such territories.
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"Das Reich" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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