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.”

adj

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 notes

In plain EnglishHomely, friendly, and down-to-earth, in a traditional or old-fashioned way.

Common pairings

folksy charm folksy wisdom a folksy manner

Word forms

folksier comparative, more folksy comparative, folksiest superlative, most folksy superlative

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Etymology

From "folks" plus the adjective ending "-y."

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.