Frey

Pronunciation: /freɪ/

Definitions of Frey

noun a surname of Norse origin, often associated with the Norse god Freyr

Example Sentences

A1 Frey is my favorite character in the book.

A2 The villagers offered a sacrifice to Frey for a bountiful harvest.

B1 In Norse mythology, Frey is associated with fertility and prosperity.

B2 The statue of Frey stood tall in the center of the town square.

C1 Scholars debate the significance of Frey in ancient Scandinavian culture.

C2 The intricate details of Frey's legend have been passed down through generations.

Examples of Frey in a Sentence

formal Mr. Frey is scheduled to give a presentation at the conference tomorrow.

informal I heard that Frey is going to be speaking at the event.

slang Did you see Frey at the party last night? He was having a great time.

figurative The new CEO is like a modern-day Frey, always pushing for innovation and growth.

Grammatical Forms of Frey

• past tense: Freyed
• plural: Freys
• comparative: more Frey
• superlative: most Frey
• present tense: Frey
• future tense: will Frey
• perfect tense: has Freyed
• continuous tense: is Freying
• singular: Frey
• positive degree: Frey
• infinitive: to Frey
• gerund: Freying
• participle: Freyed

Origin and Evolution of Frey

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old Norse

Story behind the word: The word 'Frey' originated from Old Norse mythology, where Frey was a god associated with fertility, prosperity, and sunshine.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'Frey' has evolved to be used in various contexts beyond mythology, sometimes referring to freedom or liberation.