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der Bereich
area
A defined geographic area, zone, or region.
example
Der Eingangsbereich des Museums wurde neu gestaltet.
The entrance area of the museum was redesigned.
der Bereich
area / field
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Meanings
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Usage tips
Sentence structure and preposition
The most common construction is 'im Bereich' (in the area/field). To give an approximate figure, especially with numbers, you use 'im Bereich von' (in the range of).
EXAMPLE
Er arbeitet im sozialen Bereich.
He works in the social sector.
Register and style
'Bereich' (area/field) is a very typical word for formal, official, or scientific texts. It helps to define topics, places, or responsibilities precisely.
EXAMPLE
Dieser Sachverhalt fällt in den Bereich des Zivilrechts.
This matter falls within the area of civil law.
Sentence structure with genitive
When 'Bereich' (field) describes an abstract subject area, this is often connected with a genitive or the preposition 'von' (of).
EXAMPLE
Sie forscht im Bereich der künstlichen Intelligenz.
She researches in the field of artificial intelligence.
Typical expression
To assign or reject responsibility, the expression 'in jemandes Bereich fallen' (to fall within someone's area of responsibility) is often used. It is typical in professional contexts.
EXAMPLE
Die Organisation der Feier fällt in meinen Bereich.
Organizing the celebration falls within my area of responsibility.
Compare with
Bereich vs Welt
world
'die Welt' and 'der Bereich' can both mean a particular topic or field of expertise. 'Welt' often sounds more vivid and larger in scope: you imagine a whole sphere of life or work with its own rules and people, for example 'die Welt der Musik' (the world of music). 'Bereich' is more factual and precise. It works well when talking about topics, tasks, or professions. Often you can use both words, but 'Bereich' sounds more neutral, while 'Welt' more strongly describes a world or environment of its own.
Bereich
Sie arbeitet ab nächster Woche im Bereich Kommunikation.
Starting next week, she will be working in the field of communications.
Welt
Die Welt der Medizin verändert sich durch neue Technik sehr schnell.
The world of medicine is changing very quickly because of new technology.
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