folk

• Nom désignant les gens en général ou un groupe particulier de personnes, souvent lié à une communauté, une culture ou une famille.

A noun referring to people in general, or a specific group of people, often associated with a particular community, culture, or family.

pluriel irrégulier

1. People in generalA2informal

   Used to refer to people in a general or informal way.

   les gens

   • Some folk just don't understand modern art.
   • The local folk are very friendly here.
   • Old folk often have interesting stories to tell.

   Synonymescommunityhuman beingspeoplepopulacepublic

2. Family membersA2informal

   Used to refer to one's parents or relatives.

   les proches, la famille

   • I'm going to visit my folks this weekend.
   • Her folks are coming over for dinner tonight.
   • My folks always support me in everything I do.

   Synonymesfamilykinpeople

3. Traditional cultureB1formal

   People belonging to a particular group or community, especially with shared traditions.

   Culture traditionnelle

   • Folk music is an important part of their heritage.
   • The festival celebrates the folk traditions of the region.
   • Folk tales are passed down from generation to generation.

   Synonymesclancommunityethnic groupnationpeopletribe