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German
Etymology
From Middle High German kranz, from Old High German kranz, of uncertain origin, but probably related to the root of Kringel (“loop, curl”).
An exclusively High German word (compare e.g. Luxembourgish Kranz, Vilamovian kraonc). From Middle High German are borrowed Dutch krans, Danish krans, and other Scandinavian forms.
Pronunciation
Noun
Kranz m (strong, genitive Kranzes, plural Kränze, diminutive Kränzchen n or Kränzlein n)
- wreath, garland
- ring, circle
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Hunsrik
Etymology
From Middle High German kranz.[1]
Cognate with German and Luxembourgish Kranz.
Pronunciation
Noun
Kranz m (plural Krenz, diminutive Krenzje)
- wreath (ornamental circular band)
Beim Weinachte dum-mer en Kranz an die Wand.- At Christmas, we place a wreath on the door.
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Luxembourgish
Etymology
From Middle High German Kranz, from Old High German krenzen. See German Kranz for more.
Pronunciation
Noun
Kranz m (plural Kränz)
- wreath, ring
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