What does "reich" mean in German?
"reich" is the German word for "rich".
reich /rˈaɪç/ · adjective · CEFR B1. German translation of "rich".
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Translation and Meaning
- Word: reich
- Language: German
- Meaning: rich
- IPA: /rˈaɪç/
- CEFR Level: B1
- Part of speech: adjective
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Example Sentences
- Er wurde reich, nachdem er sein eigenes Geschäft gegründet hatte. English: He became rich after he started his own business.
- Dieser Kuchen ist reich an Schokoladengeschmack. English: This cake has a rich chocolate flavor.
- Der Boden hier ist reich und gut für die Landwirtschaft. English: The soil here is rich and good for farming.
When and How to Use "reich"
Use "reich" when you want to talk about "rich" in German. It functions as "adjective". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your German study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
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What CEFR level is "reich"?
"reich" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords German vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "reich"?
"reich" is tagged as a adjective in SmartWords.
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Er wurde reich, nachdem er sein eigenes Geschäft gegründet hatte.
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