This is the 5344th most frequent Dutch word.
kring
Circle; group; ring.
In this sentence, 'kring' refers to a physical circular shape formed by the group of children around the fire.
De kinderen vormen een grote kring om het kampvuur.
The children form a big circle around the campfire.
Here, 'kring' is metaphorically used to denote a group of people associated as friends or acquaintances.
Haar vriendenkring werd steeds groter door haar nieuwe activiteiten.
Her circle of friends became larger due to her new activities.
In this case, 'kring' refers to the circular shape of an object, specifically the pendant.