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Faun: meaning, definitions and examples

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faun

 

[ fษ”หn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mythological being

A faun is a mythological creature that is part human and part goat, often associated with fertility and the wilderness. Fauns are known for their playful and mischievous nature, commonly found in Roman mythology, where they are akin to the Greek satyrs.

Synonyms

nature spirit, satyr, woodland creature.

Examples of usage

  • The faun danced around the fire under the moonlight.
  • In the story, the faun helped the lost travelers find their way.
  • Children were fascinated by the faun's magical abilities.
  • The faun played his flute, enchanting the forest.
  • Many ancient sculptures depict fauns mingling with nature.

Translations

Translations of the word "faun" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fauno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅŒเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Faun

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ faun

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐัƒะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ faun

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใ‚ฆใƒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท faune

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fauno

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท faun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒ์šฐ๋ˆ„์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุงูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ faun

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ faun

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆณ•็ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ faun

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ faun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะฐัƒะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒฃแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ faun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fauno

Etymology

The word 'faun' originates from ancient Roman mythology, derived from the word 'Faunus,' who was the god of fertility, animals, and the forest. Faunus was often depicted as a bearded man with goat-like features, symbolizing the connection between nature and mankind. In Roman culture, fauns were worshipped as protectors of livestock and forests, embodying the spirit of the wild. The concept of the faun was later influenced by Greek culture, particularly through their depictions of satyrs, which are similar creatures associated with Dionysian festivities. Over time, the image of the faun has permeated various artistic expressions, including literature, visual arts, and music, symbolizing the allure and mystery of nature.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,273 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.