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Landkreis
German → American English
American English
district
Ein Verwaltungsbezirk auf Kreisebene in Deutschland, der mehrere Gemeinden umfasst; ein ländlicher Landkreis.
Der Landkreis hat neue Buslinien zwischen den Gemeinden eingeführt.Landkreis is a German administrative term. In everyday translation it is often rendered as 'district' or 'county,' but the exact English equivalent depends on the country and context.
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What does Landkreis mean in English?
Landkreis usually means 'district' or 'county' in English, especially an administrative district in Germany.
Is Landkreis the same as district?
Often yes, but 'district' is only an approximate translation. In German local government, Landkreis refers to a specific type of rural administrative district.
What is the difference between Kreis and Landkreis?
Kreis is the broader term; Landkreis is the rural county-level district, as opposed to an urban district (Stadtkreis or Kreisfreie Stadt).