series / round dance
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series
A sequence or series of similar events, actions, or appearances that often take place one after another.
Der Bürgermeister eröffnete den Reigen der Festreden zum Stadtjubiläum.
The mayor opened the series of ceremonial speeches for the town anniversary.
round dance
A traditional dance in which the dancers hold hands and move in a circle.
Die Kinder tanzten einen fröhlichen Reigen um das Lagerfeuer.
The children danced a cheerful round dance around the campfire.
The word 'Reigen' (series / round dance) is rather elevated and is used more often in written language, in literary texts, or in journalism than in everyday conversation.
Der Filmkritiker beschrieb den Reigen der nominierten Filme.
The film critic described the series of nominated films.
You can easily recognize the meaning from the context: if it is about people moving or dancing, the dance is meant. If it is about a sequence of events, speeches, or questions, the series is meant.
Die Kinder tanzten einen Reigen auf der Wiese.
The children danced a round dance in the meadow.
In the figurative meaning, 'Reigen' (series) is often combined with abstract nouns. Typical phrases are 'den Reigen eröffnen' (to open/start the series) or 'den Reigen schließen' (to close/end the series).
Der Autor eröffnete mit einer Lesung den Reigen der Kulturveranstaltungen.
The author opened the series of cultural events with a reading.
When the dance is meant, 'Reigen' (round dance) is often used with verbs such as 'tanzen' (to dance), 'aufführen' (to perform), or 'bilden' (to form).
Zum Abschluss des Festes bildeten alle einen großen Reigen auf dem Marktplatz.
At the end of the festival, everyone formed a large round dance in the market square.
row / series
Reihe and Reigen can both refer to a succession of similar events or performances. Reihe is the neutral choice, while Reigen sounds more literary and vivid. Reihe fits a factual report, while Reigen can work in a stylistically lively description.
Die begeisterte Kritik beschreibt einen bunten Reigen erfolgreicher Auftritte.
The enthusiastic review describes a colorful series of successful performances.
Der sachliche Bericht nennt eine Reihe erfolgreicher Auftritte.
The factual report mentions a series of successful performances.
