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A group of people who have joined together because of shared interests, goals, or views, often in a political or social context.
Die Polizei beobachtet eine neue extremistische Gruppierung.
The police are monitoring a new extremist grouping.
The word is derived from the verb 'gruppieren' (to divide into groups) with the ending '-ung'. Nouns ending in '-ung' are always feminine (die) and often refer to the process or result of an action.
Die Gruppierung der Daten erleichtert die Analyse.
The grouping of the data makes the analysis easier.
In this meaning, 'Gruppierung' (grouping) is often used in journalistic, political, or sociological texts to describe an organized group of people. The tone is often neutral, formal, or slightly detached.
Die Demonstration wurde von einer kleinen politischen Gruppierung organisiert.
The demonstration was organized by a small political grouping.
This meaning refers to the process of arranging. You can recognize it from the fact that it is about the organization or structuring of things or people, often in a logistical or administrative context.
Die Gruppierung der Tische im Saal muss noch geplant werden.
The grouping of the tables in the hall still needs to be planned.
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'die Gruppe' and 'die Gruppierung' are closely connected because both can refer to several people who belong together. However, 'Gruppe' is the normal, neutral word for almost any number of people or things. 'Gruppierung' is used more when people have joined together because of shared goals, interests, or views, often in politics or society. In addition, 'Gruppierung' can also mean the process of dividing something into groups. Learners may confuse the words because they look similar. A simple rule is: for everyday situations, 'Gruppe' is usually correct; for organized or political associations, 'Gruppierung' often fits.
Die neue politische Gruppierung stellt heute ihr Programm vor.
The new political grouping is presenting its program today.
Die Eltern warten vor dem Termin in einer kleinen Gruppe vor der Tür.
The parents are waiting before the appointment in a small group outside the door.