No. 538 in German
vereine
"Vereine" means "clubs" or "associations" in English.
In a sentence
Die lokalen Vereine organisieren ein jährliches Fest.
The local clubs organize an annual celebration.
Here, 'Vereine' refers to organized clubs or associations within a community.
Er vereine Kunst und Wissenschaft in seinen Projekten.
He combines art and science in his projects.
In this context, 'vereine' is a verb meaning 'combine' or 'unite', used in the subjunctive form.
Ich trete einem Sportverein bei, um fit zu bleiben.
I am joining a sports club to stay fit.
Here, 'Verein' refers to a sports club; the singular form of 'Vereine'.
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