Goblin Meaning in English
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Definition
A goblin is a small, often ugly creature from folklore or fantasy stories, usually known for causing trouble or playing tricks.
Usage & Nuances
Common in fantasy and fairy tales; sometimes used playfully to describe someone mischievous. 'Goblin' often appears with words like 'goblin king' or 'goblin attack.' Not used for real people outside of jokes or fantasy contexts.
Spanish: duende (criatura mítica) - duendecillo traviesoPortuguese (BR): duende (criatura mítica)Portuguese (PT): duende (criatura mítica)Chinese (Simplified): 地精 - 小妖精Chinese (Traditional): 地精 - 小妖精Hindi: भूत (परिकथा का) - गॉब्लिनArabic: عفريت (مخلوق خرافي)Bengali: দুষ্টু ভূত - গবলিনRussian: гоблинJapanese: ゴブリンVietnamese: yêu tinhKorean: 고블린Turkish: cin - goblinUrdu: گوبلنIndonesian: goblin - makhluk pengganggu
Example Sentences
He dressed up as a goblin for Halloween.
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A goblin stole the gold from the table.
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The goblin hid behind a tree.
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That's not noise from mice—it's probably a goblin doing mischief again.
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The story’s hero had to outsmart an evil goblin guard.
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The children saw a goblin in the forest.
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