volkslied

noun

volks·​lied ˈfōks-ˌlēt How to pronounce volkslied (audio) ˈfȯlks- How to pronounce volkslied (audio)
plural volkslieder
ˈfōks-ˌlē-dər,
ˈfȯlks- How to pronounce volkslied (audio)
: a folk song

Word History

Etymology

German, from Volk people + Lied song

First Known Use

circa 1854, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of volkslied was circa 1854

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Cite this Entry

“Volkslied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volkslied. Accessed 7 Dec. 2024.

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