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noun

der Ring, -e

ring

Ein runder Gegenstand, der oft als Schmuck am Finger getragen wird.

Definition & meaning

The German word Ring has two primary meanings depending on the context:

  1. Jewelry or circular object: A circular band, typically made of precious metal, worn on the finger as an ornament or a token of marriage (e.g., a wedding ring). It can also refer to any object that is circular in shape.
  2. Arena or area of competition: A space enclosed by ropes or a barrier where sporting events, such as boxing or wrestling, take place. It can also refer to a circular track or circuit used for racing.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: It is a masculine noun (der Ring). The plural form is die Ringe.
  • Word origin: The word stems from the Old High German ring, which refers to a circular object or a curved item. It shares its etymological roots with the English word "ring."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • For the jewelry meaning: der Fingerring , der Schmuck
  • For the arena meaning: die Arena , der Boxring , der Kampfplatz

Antonyms:

  • There are no direct antonyms for the physical shape of a ring, as it represents a specific geometry. However, in the context of an arena or enclosed space, the opposite would be the offenes Feld (open field) or die Weite .

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Examples

Der Ring glänzt im Licht.noun

The ring shines in the light.

Hast du die goldenen Ringe gesehen?noun

Have you seen the golden rings?

Er kaufte gestern einen teuren Ring.noun

He bought an expensive ring yesterday.

Sie trägt einen Ring am Finger.noun

She wears a ring on her finger.

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