Folk

/foʊk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

People in general, often used to refer to a particular group of people or the common people.

The folk in the village gathered to celebrate the harvest festival.

Members of a particular ethnic or cultural group.

The folk of the region have a rich tradition of storytelling.

Informal term for friends or family.

I invited my folk over for dinner this weekend.

adjective

Relating to the traditional culture or customs of a community.

The folk music festival attracted artists and visitors from across the country.

Belonging to, or characteristic of, the common people.

Folk art often reflects the life and experiences of ordinary people.

From Old English 'folc', meaning 'people, army, multitude'.

folk wisdom

Traditional knowledge or beliefs passed down through generations.

common folk

Ordinary people or the general population.

folk tale

A story originating in popular culture, typically passed down orally.

folklore

The traditional beliefs, customs, and stories of a community.

folksy

Having a rustic or charmingly informal style.

folklorist

A person who studies or collects folklore.

Folks

Hey folks, welcome to the party!

Folked up

That situation got folked up pretty quickly.