Funk: meaning, definitions and examples

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funk

 

[ fสŒล‹k ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music genre

Funk is a music genre that originated in African American communities in the mid-1960s. It is known for its syncopated rhythms and strong bass lines, often played by a rhythm section of electric bass and drums. Funk music typically features a complex groove with elements of jazz, soul, and R&B.

Synonyms

groove, rhythm, soul

Examples of usage

  • The band played a funky tune with a strong funk beat.
  • She loves to dance to the funky rhythms of funk music.
Context #2 | Noun

bad smell

Funk can also refer to a strong, offensive smell or odor. It is often used colloquially to describe a particularly pungent or unpleasant scent.

Synonyms

odor, smell, stench

Examples of usage

  • The locker room was filled with the funk of unwashed gym clothes.
  • I had to open the windows to let out the funk from the kitchen.

Translations

Translations of the word "funk" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น funk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเค‚เค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Funk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ funk

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐะฝะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ funk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใƒณใ‚ฏ (fanku)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท funk

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ funk

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท funk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŽ‘ํฌ (peongkeu)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููˆู†ูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ funk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ funk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”พๅ…‹ (fร ngkรจ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ funk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ funk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะฐะฝะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒœแƒ™แƒ˜ (panki)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ funk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ funk

Etymology

The word 'funk' originated in African American slang in the early 20th century, originally referring to a strong, offensive smell. It later evolved to describe a style of music that emphasized rhythm and groove, becoming popular in the 1960s. Funk music has roots in jazz, soul, and R&B, and continues to influence modern music genres.

See also: fun, funeral, funfair, funny.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,304, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.