Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

common-folk

noun

/ˈkɒmən fōk/

Definition

people who belong to the lower or average class in society; ordinary people.

Examples

The festival was designed for common-folk, with no charge for admission.
His stories often reflect the struggles and joys of common-folk living in small towns.
Popular music often resonates more with common-folk than with elites.

Meaning

Common-folk refers to the everyday individuals who typically do not hold positions of power or wealth, embodying the majority view in social contexts.