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Rheinland

Rheinland

1 5.9
An area in western Germany along the Rhine River with castles and vineyards
  • noun
: Renania
  • This article focuses on one state, Rheinland-Pfalz, which borders on France and Luxembourg.

Examples

  • A complete description of public education in Rheinland-Pfalz is presented in a public document (Culture Ministry, 1990).

    Academic text (1996)

  • This Roman Warm Period study masquerading as science is more similar to the transparent propaganda employed by the Nazis in the 1930s to achieve their political aims in the Rheinland, Austria, and Czechoslovakia.

    Blog text (19)

  • The Rheinland region is famous for its beautiful vineyards and stunning castles along the Rhine River.

  • Tourists flock to the Rheinland to admire its picturesque landscapes and rich history.

  • I took a scenic boat cruise through the Rheinland to enjoy the breathtaking views of the countryside.

Synonyms

Rhineland
vsRheinland
1 5.2

A region in western Germany along the Rhine river with hills, vineyards, and old towns

emphasizes castles in the surrounding scenic landscapes rather than towns

Surface Forms

Rheinland singular
Rheinlands plural

Morphology

Rheinland = Rhine + land (transparent) = Rhein + land

The name is a straightforward compound meaning 'land/region of the Rhine' and is directly interpretable by learners who know 'Rhine' and 'land'.

Etymology

Rheinland comes from German parts Rhein (the Rhine River) and land meaning 'land' or 'country'. So Rheinland is the 'land by the Rhine', which fits the region along the river known for its hills, castles and vineyards.