Kugeln

Kugeln is the plural form of Kugel, a German noun meaning a sphere or ball. The term is used across many contexts to denote round, three-dimensional objects that are roughly ball-shaped, from small marbles to large decorative spheres.

In geometry and science, Kugel denotes a perfect sphere; in everyday language, it simply describes any ball-shaped object.

In sports, Kugel generally refers to the ball used in various games. The shot put ball is called a Kugel, and the athletic event is Kugelstoßen.

In culinary and decorative contexts, Kugeln describe ball-shaped confections or small snacks, such as chocolate spheres or coconut balls; regional recipes may also call certain sweets Kugeln. The term is flexible and often used to describe differing ball-shaped foods.

In decoration and manufacturing, decorative Kugeln are used as ornaments, and spheres are produced as components in engineering and craft contexts. Spherical beads, glass balls, and similar objects are commonly referred to as Kugeln in German descriptions.

The term is widely used in German-speaking countries and may carry regional variations in meaning, depending on the domain (science, sport, cuisine, or craft).