How to Say "country folk" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “country folk” is “campesinos” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
people living in the countryside
Examples
Los campesinos cultivan maíz y frijoles.
The farmers grow corn and beans.
Muchos campesinos asistieron a la reunión del pueblo.
Many country people attended the town meeting.
La vida de los campesinos es dura pero tranquila.
The life of the farmers is hard but peaceful.
Group Meanings
Because this word is plural and masculine, it can refer to a group of only men or a mixed group of men and women together.
People vs. Places
Mistake: “Using 'campo' when you mean 'campesino'.”
Correction: Use 'campo' for the physical field or countryside, and 'campesinos' for the people who live and work there.
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