noun
faun
fawn
Faun (noun) means a mythological woodland creature with the legs and horns of a goat, known for revelry, similar to a satyr. Example: “The story features a faun who guides the children into a magical world.”
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A mythological woodland creature with the legs and horns of a goat, known for revelry, similar to a satyr.
"The story features a faun who guides the children into a magical world."
How to use faun
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA mythical goat-legged forest spirit from Roman legend.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "fawn", a young deer, or the verb meaning to flatter someone excessively — they sound identical but are unrelated.
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Word forms
- Plural
- fauns
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Etymology
From Latin Faunus, a Roman god of forests and shepherds.
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What does “faun” mean?
The word “faun” means a mythological woodland creature with the legs and horns of a goat, known for revelry, similar to a satyr. In plain terms, a mythical goat-legged forest spirit from Roman legend.
How do you pronounce “faun”?
“Faun” is pronounced fawn (/fɔn/ in IPA).
How do you use “faun” in a sentence?
Here is “faun” used in a sentence: “The story features a faun who guides the children into a magical world.”
What part of speech is “faun”?
“Faun” is a noun.
Where does the word “faun” come from?
The word “faun” comes from Latin. From Latin Faunus, a Roman god of forests and shepherds.
