folk — people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
Pronunciation (IPA): /foʊk/
Example Sentences
- The folk in this town are incredibly friendly to strangers.
- My grandma's folk remedies are more effective than modern medicine sometimes.
- The city folk looked confused when they saw a cow for the first time.
folk
NOUN[/foʊk/]
people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
people in general, especially those of a particular group or type
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Folk derives from Old English 'folc', which evolved from Proto-Germanic *fulkaz. Originally denoting a military band or tribe, the term gradually broadened to mean 'people' in general, and in English-speaking contexts developed the familiar sense of 'ordinary people' or 'common folk'.
Breakdown
The word comes directly from Old English 'folc' (people, nation), descended from Proto-Germanic *fulkaz, with no productive affixes in its modern English form.
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📝Examples
“The folk in this town are incredibly friendly to strangers.”
“My grandma's folk remedies are more effective than modern medicine sometimes.”
“The city folk looked confused when they saw a cow for the first time.”
“Folk dancing at the festival made everyone laugh and join in.”
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