Meaning of Peasant
In simple words: A poor farmer or person who works the land.
Peasant in a sentence
- peasant farmers
- a peasant family
- peasant revolts
How to use Peasant
Used to refer to low-income agricultural workers, especially in historical contexts or discussions of class structure. It can be seen as derogatory in modern use.
Grammar pattern
peasant + noun (e.g., peasant farmer)
Memory hint
Peasant sounds like 'peas and ants' — imagine a farmer surrounded by crops and tiny insects.
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Peasant in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
فلاح
مزارع فقير أو شخص يعمل في الأرض.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কৃষক
একজন গরিব কৃষক বা যে জমিতে কাজ করে।
- GermanDeutsch
Bauer
Ein armer Bauer oder jemand, der auf dem Land arbeitet.
- SpanishEspañol
Campesino
Un agricultor pobre o una persona que trabaja la tierra.
- Persianفارسی
دهقان
یک کشاورز فقیر یا فردی که در زمین کار میکند.
- FrenchFrançais
Paysan
Un pauvre fermier ou une personne qui travaille la terre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
किसान
एक गरीब किसान या व्यक्ति जो जमीन पर काम करता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Contadino
Un povero contadino o una persona che lavora la terra.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Camponês
Um agricultor pobre ou pessoa que trabalha na terra.
- RussianРусский
Крестьянин
Бедный фермер или человек, который работает на земле.
- Urduاردو
کسان
ایک غریب کسان یا وہ شخص جو زمین پر کام کرتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
农民
穷苦的农民或种地的人。
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Peasant
What does Peasant mean?
A poor farmer or person who works the land.
What is the definition of Peasant?
(especially in the past, or in poorer countries) a farmer who owns or rents a small piece of land
How do you use Peasant in a sentence?
peasant farmers
Can you give another example of Peasant?
a peasant family
What are synonyms for Peasant?
Common alternatives include lout.
What is the opposite of Peasant?
Opposite meanings include noble, aristocrat, wealthy.
What words go with Peasant?
It commonly pairs with peasant farmer, peasant class, peasant revolt.
What are common mistakes when using Peasant?
Confused with 'peasant' vs 'present'. Using 'peasants' to refer to wealthy farmers. Assuming 'peasantry' is always a positive term.
How do you pronounce Peasant?
US: /["/ˈpeznt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpeznt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Peasant?
Used to refer to low-income agricultural workers, especially in historical contexts or discussions of class structure. It can be seen as derogatory in modern use.
What CEFR level is Peasant?
"Peasant" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.
