noun

vila

VEE-luh

Vila (noun) means a female nature spirit in Slavic folklore, often associated with forests or water and compared to a fairy or nymph. Example: “In the old tale, a vila lures the shepherd deep into the forest.”

noun

A female nature spirit in Slavic folklore, often associated with forests or water and compared to a fairy or nymph.

"In the old tale, a vila lures the shepherd deep into the forest."

How to use vila

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA fairy-like spirit from Slavic folklore.

When to use it

A specialist/folklore term, rarely used outside discussions of Slavic mythology.

Word forms

vilas plural, vile plural, Vilas plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Serbo-Croatian and Slovene vila, a term for this folkloric spirit.

Rhymes for vila

gila lila Mila Leila Laila Twila Manila sheila Attila Jamila tequila

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Frequently asked questions

What does “vila” mean?

The word “vila” means a female nature spirit in Slavic folklore, often associated with forests or water and compared to a fairy or nymph. In plain terms, a fairy-like spirit from Slavic folklore.

How do you pronounce “vila”?

“Vila” is pronounced VEE-luh (/ˈviːlə/ in IPA).

How do you use “vila” in a sentence?

Here is “vila” used in a sentence: “In the old tale, a vila lures the shepherd deep into the forest.”

What part of speech is “vila”?

“Vila” is a noun.