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faerie

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈfɛəri/

KK: /ˈfɛəri/

noun
Definition

A small, magical creature from stories, often depicted as having wings and a playful nature.


Example

In the garden, she believed she could see a faerie dancing among the flowers.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard about the legend of the faerie forest?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read that it's full of magical creatures and hidden treasures.
Sloth A
I wonder if anyone has actually seen a faerie in real life.
Sloth B
That would be amazing! Imagine getting a glimpse of one!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sprite
nymph
pixie
Antonyms
giant
human
mortal
Root Explanation

**Faerie** → The word 'faerie' originates from Old French *faerie*, meaning enchantment or magic, which is derived from the Latin *fata*, meaning fate or fairy. The term refers to a realm of magical beings or enchantment.

Memory Tip

Imagine a magical realm filled with enchanting beings — that's what 'faerie' represents, coming from the idea of fate and magic.

Visually Confused Words
ferie
aerie
ferine
aeried
flacherie
fare
erie
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