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Relating to the fatherland (the country where one was born or to which one feels one belongs); patriotic. The term is often used in historical contexts and can have a nationalist connotation.
Er sang mit lauter Stimme vaterländische Lieder aus dem 19. Jahrhundert.
He sang patriotic songs from the 19th century in a loud voice.
The word is derived from 'das Vaterland' (the fatherland), which itself is composed of 'Vater' (father) and 'Land' (land/country). The ending '-isch' turns the noun 'Vaterland' into an adjective.
Er fühlte eine tiefe vaterländische Verbundenheit mit seiner Heimat.
He felt a deep patriotic bond with his homeland.
This word is considered old-fashioned today and is strongly associated with the nationalism of the 19th and early 20th centuries. In modern usage, it often sounds detached or ironic.
In alten Büchern findet man oft den Begriff der vaterländischen Pflicht.
In old books, you often find the concept of patriotic duty.
'Vaterländisch' (patriotic) is often used in fixed combinations, especially in historical contexts. Typical phrases are 'vaterländische Geschichte' (patriotic history), 'vaterländische Gesinnung' (patriotic attitude), or 'vaterländische Pflicht' (patriotic duty).
Der Historiker hielt einen Vortrag über die vaterländische Kunst des 19. Jahrhunderts.
The historian gave a lecture on the patriotic art of the 19th century.
patriotic
Both words express a connection to one’s own country. „Patriotisch“ is the usual modern term, while „vaterländisch“ more often sounds historical or literary and can have a nationalist tone depending on the context. In general statements today, „patriotisch“ is therefore usually the better choice.
In der historischen Rede sprach der Redner stolz über sein vaterländisches Gefühl.
In his historical speech, the speaker spoke proudly about his patriotic feelings.
Sie zeigte sich patriotisch und sprach stolz über die Geschichte ihres Landes.
She showed her patriotism and spoke proudly about the history of her country.
