Kinfolk: meaning, definitions and examples
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kinfolk
[ ˈkɪnˌfoʊk ]
modern lifestyle
A group of people who share similar values and interests, often characterized by a focus on sustainability, mindfulness, and community.
Synonyms
clan, community, family, tribe
Examples of usage
- She found her kinfolk at the local farmers' market.
- Their kinfolk gatherings always involve potluck dinners and deep conversations.
Translations
Translations of the word "kinfolk" in other languages:
🇵🇹 parentes
- familiares
- gente da família
🇮🇳 रिश्तेदार
- परिवार के लोग
- सगे-सम्बंधी
🇩🇪 Verwandte
🇮🇩 kerabat
- anggota keluarga
- saudara
🇺🇦 родичі
- члени родини
- сімейні зв'язки
🇵🇱 krewni
🇯🇵 親族
- 家族の人々
- 親戚
🇫🇷 parents
- membres de la famille
- proches
🇪🇸 parientes
- familiares
- gente de la familia
🇹🇷 akraba
- aile üyeleri
- akrabalık
🇰🇷 친척
- 가족
- 혈연
🇸🇦 أقارب
- أفراد الأسرة
- عائلة
🇨🇿 příbuzní
🇸🇰 príbuzní
🇨🇳 亲属
- 家庭成员
- 亲人
🇸🇮 sorodniki
🇮🇸 ættmenni
🇰🇿 туыстар
🇬🇪 ნათესავები
🇦🇿 qohumlar
🇲🇽 parientes
- familiares
- gente de la familia
Etymology
The term 'kinfolk' originated in the late 19th century in the Southern United States, where it was commonly used to refer to one's family or relatives. Over time, the term has evolved to also encompass a broader sense of community and like-minded individuals who share common values and interests.