Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
volk
noun
/foʊlk/
Definition
A term from German meaning ‘people’ or ‘folk’, used to refer to a community or nation as a whole.
Examples
- The concept of “volk” is significant in understanding German nationalism.
- They celebrated their heritage as a volk, gathering for traditional festivals.
- In folklore, the stories of the volk are passed down through generations.
Meaning
Volk is often used to express a sense of cultural or ethnic unity among a group of people.
Synonyms
- folk
- people
- nation
- community
