der Kultschlager
Translation
cult hit song, classic pop song
Examples
Dieses Lied ist ein echter Kultschlager.
This song is a real cult hit.
Auf der Party liefen nur Kultschlager.
Only classic hits were played at the party.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is a cult hit song ((sth.)) is a cult hit song This song is a cult hit song.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Gassenhauer (popular hit), der Evergreen
Etymology
A compound of 'Kult' (cult) and 'Schlager' (hit song). Literally a 'cult hit song'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'Schlager' (hit song) that is so popular with a specific group it becomes a 'Kult' (cult) classic.