Elf

Pronunciation: /ɛlf/

Definitions of elf

noun a mythical creature resembling a tiny human, often portrayed as mischievous or helpful

Example Sentences

A1 The elf helped Santa Claus make toys for Christmas.

A2 In the story, the elf had pointy ears and wore a green hat.

B1 The elf lived in a magical forest and had the ability to grant wishes.

B2 The elf's mischievous nature often got him into trouble with the other creatures in the enchanted realm.

C1 The elf was known for his skill in archery and was a key member of the royal guard.

C2 The elf's wisdom and knowledge of ancient spells made him a sought-after advisor in the kingdom.

Examples of elf in a Sentence

formal The elf worked diligently in Santa's workshop to prepare for Christmas.

informal I heard that elves have pointy ears and live in the forest.

slang That dude is like a real-life elf with his green hat and pointy shoes.

figurative The chef worked like an elf in the kitchen, whipping up dishes with lightning speed.

Grammatical Forms of elf

• past tense: elved
• plural: elves
• comparative: more elf-like
• superlative: most elf-like
• present tense: elfs
• future tense: will elf
• perfect tense: have elfed
• continuous tense: is elfing
• singular: elf
• positive degree: elf
• infinitive: to elf
• gerund: elfing
• participle: elfed

Origin and Evolution of elf

First Known Use: 0825 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'elf' originates from Old English 'ælf', which is derived from Proto-Germanic *albiz, meaning 'white being' or 'spirit'. Elves were originally considered to be supernatural beings in Germanic mythology.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the concept of elves evolved from being supernatural beings to more commonly known as small, mischievous creatures with magical powers in folklore and fairy tales.