Translation of Slovak word "folklór" to English
folklór
/fɔlkluːr/
Meaning
NounThe tales, legends, superstitions, and traditions of a particular ethnic population.
How to use
Inanimate masculine noun followed by the dub pattern (genitive singular folklóru). It refers to traditional folk culture, folk dance, musical customs, and oral heritage. Derived adjective is folklórny (e.g. folklórny súbor = folk ensemble).
🇬🇧 English
folklore
Example sentence
Tento folklór je dôležité zachovať pre budúce generácie.
It's important to preserve this folklore for future generations.
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Common phrases
- folklórny súbor— folk ensemble / troupe
- slovenský folklór— Slovak folklore
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What does the Slovak word "folklór" mean?▼
The Slovak word "folklór" means "folklore" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Tento folklór je dôležité zachovať pre budúce generácie." (which translates as "It's important to preserve this folklore for future generations.").
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