English–German
“folk” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈfɔlksˌtyːmlɪç/
Example
Auf dem Fest hörten wir volkstümliche Lieder.
At the festival, we heard folk songs.
How to say “folk” in German
“Folk” in German is volkstümlich.
A traditional performance reaches a large audience because it feels culturally familiar as well as easy to enjoy.
Example sentences with volkstümlich
Die Ausstellung zeigte volkstümliche Traditionen aus der Region.
The exhibition showed folk traditions from the region.
Tips for using volkstümlich
- Depending on context, volkstümlich can emphasize traditional cultural character or broad popular appeal; English "folk" does not always cover the latter.