folksy

adjective

ˈfōk-sē 

folksier; folksiest

1

: sociable, friendly

2

: informal, casual, or familiar in manner or style

folksy humor

folksily

ˈfōk-sə-lē 

adverb

folksiness

ˈfōk-sē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of folksy

• homespun
• down-home
• colloquial
• cracker-barrel
• casual
• informal

Examples of folksy in a Sentence

an entertainer with a folksy manner

a folksy manner that gives television viewers the feeling that they're visiting with a friend for an hour

Recent Examples on the Web

But none have had the kind of folksy humor and candor that can draw hordes of investors each year, like those attending Berkshire Hathaway’s annual shareholder meeting. — Josh Funk, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2026

But none have had the kind of folksy humor and candor that can draw hordes of investors each year, like those attending Berkshire Hathaway's annual shareholder meeting. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026

As the action progresses, Doralee brings grit and common sense to the trio, showcasing Parton’s ability to deliver homespun wit without ever falling into folksy caricature. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

And the folksy score and silly musical interludes help the audience speed through the story at a delightful, oh-so-welcome 78 minutes. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1852, in the meaning defined at sense 1