This is the 8698th most frequent German word.
kreis
"Circle" or "district."
In this context, 'kreis' illustrates the idea of a surrounding area or enclosure, metaphorically describing the encircling by mountains.
Die Stadt liegt im Kreis des Gebirges.
The city lies within the circle of the mountains.
In this sentence, 'kreis' refers to an administrative division or district, emphasizing the organizational territory.
Der Kreis umfasst mehrere Dörfer.
The district encompasses several villages.
Here, 'kreis' denotes a circular arrangement or shape, describing the spatial positioning of people.