English Word · Intermediate
folkway
A belief or custom common to members of a culture or society
Pronunciation: /ˈfəʊkweɪ/
Meaning
A belief or custom common to members of a culture or society.
Example
It [a social institution] is a folkway, always new yet ever old, directive and responsive, a spur to and a check upon change, a creature of means and a master of ends.
It [a social institution] is a folkway, always new yet ever old, directive and responsive, a spur to and a check upon change, a creature of means and a master of ends.
Practice tips
- Practice folkway out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.