Characters remaining: 500/500
Translation

Also found in: English - Vietnamese

faerie

/'feiəri/ Cách viết khác : (Faery) /'feiəri/
Academic
Friendly

Word: Faerie

Definition: A faerie (also spelled "fairy") is a small, magical creature that looks like a human. Faeries are often depicted as playful and have magical powers. They are commonly found in stories and folklore, where they live in an enchanted world.

Usage Instructions:
  • "Faerie" is a noun and is often used in stories, poems, and conversations about fantasy.
  • It is usually used in a whimsical or magical context.
Example:
  • "In the story, the faerie helped the lost children find their way home."
  • "The garden was so beautiful that it looked like a faerie realm."
Advanced Usage:
  • In literature, "faerie" can also refer to the enchanted realm where these beings live. For example, "She entered the faerie world through a hidden door in the forest."
Word Variants:
  • Fairy: This is the more common spelling and is used interchangeably with "faerie."
  • Faerie-tale: A story involving faeries or magical creatures.
  • Faerie-like: An adjective to describe something that resembles or has the qualities of a faerie.
Different Meanings:
  • In some contexts, "faerie" can refer to a style of art or literature that emphasizes magical and whimsical elements.
Synonyms:
  • Fairy
  • Sprite
  • Pixie
  • Elf
  • Nymph
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • While there aren't specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "faerie," you might hear phrases like "faerie dust" which refers to magical or enchanting qualities.
Summary:

"Faerie" is a charming word that brings to mind images of tiny, magical beings and enchanted worlds. It is often used in storytelling and can evoke a sense of wonder and imagination.

Noun
  1. the enchanted realm of fairies
  2. a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

Comments and discussion on the word "faerie"