Reich
“Reich” means “Reich” in Spanish (historical German empire).
Reich
Also: empire
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El Tercer Reich es un periodo muy estudiado en las clases de historia.
B1The Third Reich is a period widely studied in history classes.
Muchos documentos del Reich fueron destruidos al final de la guerra.
B2Many documents of the Reich were destroyed at the end of the war.
La caída del Reich marcó el fin de una era en Europa.
C1The fall of the Reich marked the end of an era in Europe.
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Words that translate to "Reich" in Spanish:
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Which article is used with 'Reich' in Spanish?
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Directly borrowed from German 'Reich', which means 'realm', 'kingdom', or 'empire'. It shares an ancient root with the Spanish word 'rico' (rich/powerful).
First recorded: 19th century (in historical texts)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do Spanish speakers pronounce the 'ch' in Reich?
Spanish speakers usually pronounce the 'ch' like the Spanish letter 'j' (a rasping 'h' sound), making it sound like 'ra-ik' or 'ra-ij'.
Can I use 'Reich' to mean 'empire' in general?
No. In Spanish, use 'imperio' for general empires. 'Reich' is only for German history.
Is this word used in casual Spanish conversation?
Hardly ever. It is almost entirely restricted to history books, documentaries, or academic discussions.