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

Yet no such regulation governs the people in the stands at these matches — with Irish fans typically singing the folk song Fields of Athenry during the haka in response, while England supporters opt for their rugby anthem, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot. — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Collaborative Latin duo provides a mix of electronic and indie-folk songs that explore longing and love. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

Alongside these folk songs, there are needle drops from Van Morrison, Dean Martin and Mick Jagger. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026

My interest came from learning folk songs, memorable stories passed down over the generations in an oral sense before the American music business cut it up and started handing out ownership of copyrights and publishing. — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 26 Aug. 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