Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sieg heil
Phrase
/ziːɡ haɪl/
Definition
A German phrase that translates to ‘Hail victory’ and was used as a salute during Nazi Germany.
Examples
- During the 1936 Olympics, some attendees used the phrase in demonstrations of nationalism.
- The phrase is often cited in discussions about propaganda in Nazi Germany.
Meaning
The phrase is often associated with the Nazi regime and was used to express support for Adolf Hitler and the ideology of the Nazi Party.
Synonyms
- Heil
- Hail victory
