Reif Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Reif" is mainly used as adjective meaning "ripe", "mature" or "ready". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Reif"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Reif
  • Plural: die Reife

Meanings of "Reif" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Mature, ready for harvest or consumption"

"Reif", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die reife Frucht fiel vom Baum.The ripe fruit fell from the tree.
  2. Er ist reif für die Universität.He is ready for university.
  3. Die Idee ist jetzt reif zur Umsetzung.The idea is now ripe for implementation.

2.) "Circle or ring, often an ornament"

"Reif", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sie trug einen goldenen Reif am Arm.She wore a golden hoop on her arm.
  2. Der Reif war mit Edelsteinen besetzt.The hoop was set with precious stones.
  3. Ein Reif aus Blumen schmückte ihr Haar.A circlet of flowers adorned her hair.

3.) "Layer of frost on cold surfaces"

"Reif", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Am Morgen war der Reif auf den Wiesen sichtbar.In the morning, the frost was visible on the meadows.
  2. Der Reif bedeckte die Autoscheiben.The frost covered the car windows.
  3. Ein dichter Reif lag auf den Feldern.A thick frost lay on the fields.
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