Spokesfolk

Pronunciation: /ˈspoʊksˌfoʊk/

Definitions of spokesfolk

noun A plural form of the word 'spokesperson', referring to individuals who speak on behalf of a group or organization.

Example Sentences

A1 The spokesfolk for the company announced a new product launch.

A2 The spokesfolk were interviewed by the local news station about the upcoming event.

B1 The spokesfolk presented the company's quarterly earnings report to investors.

B2 The spokesfolk were responsible for handling media inquiries and press releases.

C1 The spokesfolk were skilled at delivering speeches and representing the organization in public.

C2 The spokesfolk were well-versed in the industry and able to address complex topics with ease.

Examples of spokesfolk in a Sentence

formal The spokesfolk for the company issued a statement regarding the recent product recall.

informal I heard the spokesfolk will be giving a press conference later today.

slang The spokesfolk spilled the tea on the new project during the interview.

figurative As the spokesfolk for the team, she was always the one to speak up during meetings.

Grammatical Forms of spokesfolk

• past tense: spokesfolked
• plural: spokesfolks
• comparative: more spokesfolk
• superlative: most spokesfolk
• present tense: spokesfolk
• future tense: will spokesfolk
• perfect tense: have spokesfolked
• continuous tense: is spokesfolking
• singular: spokesfolk
• positive degree: spokesfolk
• infinitive: to spokesfolk
• gerund: spokesfolking
• participle: spokesfolked

Origin and Evolution of spokesfolk

First Known Use: 1970 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'spokesfolk' originated as a gender-neutral term to refer to individuals who represent or speak on behalf of a group or organization.

Evolution of the word: Originally coined as a more inclusive alternative to 'spokesman' or 'spokeswoman', 'spokesfolk' has evolved to be widely accepted as a gender-neutral term in modern language usage.