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Pfalz

Pfalz

1 9.9
A historic region in southwest Germany known for castles and wine
  • proper noun
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  • Many tourists visit Pfalz to explore its castles and beautiful countryside.

Examples

  • Administratively, this state is divided into three regions, one of which is Rheinhessen-Pfalz.

    Academic text (1996)

  • This article focuses on one state, Rheinland-Pfalz, which borders on France and Luxembourg.

    Academic text (1996)

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

    Academic text (1996)

  • The historical region of Pfalz is known for its picturesque vineyards and charming villages.

  • Rheinland-Pfalz is one of Germany's federal states, famous for its rich history and wine production.

Synonyms

Palatinate
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1 9.9

A historical region in southwest Germany that was once ruled by noble counts

is the same region but named using the local German term
palatinate
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  • Archaic
9.9

A region that a noble rules with special powers from the king

is specific to southwestern Germany rather than a general princely territory

Surface Forms

Pfalz main

Etymology

Pfalz comes from the Latin palatium, which means 'palace' and is the same root as English palace. So Pfalz originally named the lands ruled from a palace, which is why today Pfalz is the name of a historic region in southwestern Germany.