English–German
“compatriot” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈlantsman/
Example
Er ist mein Landsmann.
He is a compatriot of mine.
How to say “compatriot” in German
“Compatriot” in German is Landsmann.
A person from the same country or home region stands among familiar people separated from outsiders by their shared origin.
Example sentences with Landsmann
Auf der Reise traf ich einen Landsmann aus meiner Heimat.
During my trip, I met a compatriot from my homeland.
Tips for using Landsmann
- The usual plural is Landsleute, an irregular form rather than a literal plural such as Landsmanns.