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folks

Meaning in simple English

US /foʊks/ · UK /fəʊks/

folks means: People, often those in a particular place or group.

noun

PEOPLEB1

People, often those in a particular place or group.

  • The local folks were friendly.
  • Old folks often gather here for lunch.
  • These folks have lived in the village for years.

Similar words: people

Common phrases: local folks, young folks, ordinary folks, most folks

FAMILYB1

Your family, especially your parents.

  • My folks live nearby.
  • We visited her folks last weekend.
  • How are your folks doing?

Similar words: parents, family

Common phrases: my folks, visit your folks, folks back home

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