adj
folksy
fohk-see
Folksy (adj) means Friendly, simple, and informal in a way that evokes traditional or rural community life. Example: “The mayor had a folksy charm that made voters feel at ease.”
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Friendly, simple, and informal in a way that evokes traditional or rural community life.
"The mayor had a folksy charm that made voters feel at ease."
"The diner had a folksy decor with quilts and old farm tools on the walls."
How to use folksy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHomely, friendly, and down-to-earth, in a traditional or old-fashioned way.
Common pairings
folksy charm
folksy wisdom
a folksy manner
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Word forms
- Comparative
- folksier, more folksy
- Superlative
- folksiest, most folksy
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The mayor had a _____ charm that made voters feel at ease.
Etymology
From "folks" plus the adjective ending "-y."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “folksy” mean?
The word “folksy” means friendly, simple, and informal in a way that evokes traditional or rural community life. In plain terms, homely, friendly, and down-to-earth, in a traditional or old-fashioned way.
How do you pronounce “folksy”?
“Folksy” is pronounced fohk-see (/foʊksi/ in IPA).
How do you use “folksy” in a sentence?
Here is “folksy” used in a sentence: “The mayor had a folksy charm that made voters feel at ease.”
What part of speech is “folksy”?
“Folksy” is an adjective.
