folk song

noun

: a traditional or composed song typically characterized by stanzaic form, refrain, and simplicity of melody

Examples of folk song in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In Cornwall, some communities gather in local pubs for a traditional Cornish ‘shout’, joining together to sing folk songs and sea shanties. — Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026

This could include transforming a folk song into a dance track or making one artist appear to cover another artist’s music. — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 31 Oct. 2026

It was also partly inspired by Macedonian folk songs and folk literature, which often include the theme of sisterly love. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026

Said to be inspired by English folk songs, the Appalachian artists Tom Ashley and Gwen Foster first recorded it in 1933. — Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for folk song

• agung
• along
• belong
• birdsong
• furlong
• headlong
• headstrong
• lifelong
• plainsong
• prolong
• sarong
• tanjong

Kids Definition

folk song

noun

: a traditional or composed song typically having stanzas, a refrain, and a simple melody