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folkways

Pronunciation: [foʊkweɪz]

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Learn how to use folkways in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “culture”

(noun) the traditional behavior, customs, and practices of a group of people. Folkways are the everyday habits or norms that people follow in their community. They help shape how people interact with each other and what they see as normal.

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In our town, saying hello to strangers is a common folkway that helps everyone feel friendly.

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Ignoring local folkways can make someone seem rude or out of place.

Example

What are some folkways you notice in your culture?

Context: “sociology”

(noun) the informal rules and expectations of a society that guide behavior but are not strictly enforced. These are like the soft rules that tell us what is acceptable or not in social situations.

Example

Following the folkways of kindness and politeness makes gatherings enjoyable for everyone.

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Disregarding the folkways can lead to misunderstandings in social settings.

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How do you think folkways influence our daily lives?

How to pronounce folkways

Pronunciation: [foʊkweɪz]

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