Folklore

See also: folklore and folk-lore

German

Etymology

From English folklore with a spelling pronunciation. Doublet of Volklehre.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌfɔlkˈloːʁə/

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Noun

Folklore f (genitive Folklore, plural Folkloren)

1. popular tales, music, festivals, clothing, etc.; old traditions and customs; folklore

Usage notes

• The word often, though not always, has a negative ring to it, implying the artificial perpetuation of customs or even their mere imitation or re-enactment. More positive words are Tradition and Brauchtum.

Synonyms

• Brauchtum (strictly restricted to customs, but often used loosely)
• Tradition; Volkstradition

Related terms

• Folkloristik
• folkloristisch

Further reading

• “Folklore” in Duden online