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.
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.
consequence / episode
'die Folge' and 'der Reigen' can both mean a series of things or events that come one after another. 'die Folge' is more neutral and more precise when it is about a clear sequence, for example with numbers, events, or steps. 'der Reigen' sounds more figurative and often somewhat elevated. It is used more for many similar events, performances, or actions that seem like a long series. The words can be confused because both describe a sequence. If the order is important, 'Folge' fits better; if you mean a lively series of similar events, 'Reigen' sounds more natural.
Im Sommer beginnt in der Stadt ein Reigen von Konzerten und Festen.
In summer, a series of concerts and festivals begins in the city.
Die Lehrerin schreibt eine Folge von Zahlen an die Tafel.
The teacher writes a sequence of numbers on the board.