Rollen

Rollen is a term with several uses in German-speaking contexts, functioning as a noun, a verb form, and as a toponym or surname in some cases. The exact meaning depends on how it is written and the linguistic context.

As a noun, Rollen is the plural form of Rolle, meaning rolls or reels. In this sense it can refer to cylindrical or rolled objects, such as bread rolls or material rolls, depending on the surrounding text. The capitalization signals its status as a noun rather than a verb form.

As a verb, rollen means to roll. It is written in lowercase when used as a verb (for example, in phrases describing rolling a ball or rolling a wheel). The present tense form for the first- and third-person plural is typically wir rollen or sie rollen, with the exact inflection determined by the subject.

Geographically and in onomastics, Rollen can appear as a place name or surname in German-speaking regions. As a place name, it denotes one or more localities, often small settlements or hamlets, and may appear in official or historical records. As a surname, Rollen occurs in various countries and can be carried by individuals without implying any specific meaning beyond family lineage.

In other languages, similar spellings may occur with distinct meanings, but the core German senses—plural noun forms of Rolle and the verb rollen—are the primary references for this term.