English–German

“homeland” in German

German

AlsoVaterland

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhaɪ̯maːtˌlant/

Example

Ich liebe mein Heimatland.

I love my homeland.

Illustration for Heimatland (homeland)

How to say “homeland” in German

“Homeland” in German is Heimatland.

A country connected to a person's roots, familiar culture, and deep feeling of home.

Full entry for Heimatland: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Heimatland

Trotz eines Lebens im Ausland vermisst sie ihr Heimatland.

Despite a life abroad, she misses her homeland.

Tips for using Heimatland

  • Heimat can name a smaller region or a more personal home, whereas Heimatland specifically places that belonging at country level.

Other German words for “homeland”

Die Zukunft des Vaterlandes liegt uns am Herzen.

The future of our homeland is close to our hearts.

“homeland” in other languages