Usage Note
Dorfkirche is the parish church of a village, typically a modest building but often historically significant. Many German Dorfkirchen date to the Romanesque or Gothic period and contain locally important artwork and epitaphs.
Examples
"Die alte Dorfkirche mit ihrem schiefen Turm ist das Wahrzeichen des kleinen Ortes."
Natural Translation
The old village church with its leaning tower is the landmark of the small settlement.
Literal Translation
The old village church with its crooked tower is the emblem of the small place.
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