Cool MateFolk
UK /["/fəʊk/"]/US /["/fəʊk/"]/
Definition
people in general
In simple words: People in a community or culture.
Examples
- The folk music festival attracted a large crowd of enthusiastic fans.
- Folk tales often carry moral lessons that have been passed down through generations.
- Many folk artists use traditional techniques to create their crafts.
- The folk in the village were known for their warm hospitality.
- He enjoys telling folk stories that reflect the culture of his hometown.
Usage notes
Use 'folk' when referring to a group of people, often in a cultural or traditional context. Avoid in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'folk' like 'folk music'—traditional tunes from a community.
Collocations
- decent
- fine
- good
- somebody’s folks
- the folks back home
- decent
- fine
- good
- somebody’s folks
- the folks back home
- decent
- fine
- good
- somebody’s folks
- the folks back home
Synonyms
- people
- community
- group
- population
- public
Antonyms
- elite
- individual
Common mistakes
- 'Folk' is often confused with 'folks', which is more casual.
- Learners sometimes use 'folk' incorrectly as a verb.
- Confusion between 'folk' and 'people' regarding formality.