No. 6,020 in German
clan
A group of families or individuals united by kinship, common interests, or social ties.
In a sentence
Der Clan sammelte sich unter dem alten Baum im Wald.
The clan gathered under the old tree in the forest.
In this sentence, 'clan' denotes a group of people connected by familial or tribal ties, emphasizing a collective identity in a specific location.
Im Spiel schloss er sich einem berühmten Clan an.
In the game, he joined a famous clan.
Here, 'clan' refers to a group of individuals united within the context of the game, often for teamwork or shared goals.
Historiker untersuchen die Strukturen alter Clans in der Gesellschaft.
Historians study the structures of old clans in society.
The word 'clan' in this sentence relates to historical family or tribal units, focusing on their social organization and impact.
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