Learn a Word Daily — Bucolic
Today’s word is "Bucolic": Pleasantly rural; relating to the countryside.
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Word of the Day · January 28, 2026
Bucolic
byoo-KOL-ik · adjective
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Definition
Pleasantly rural; relating to the countryside.
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Origin & Etymology
From Greek boukolos, meaning “herdsman” (literally, “cowherd”).
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Nuance
Bucolic often carries a rosy, peaceful vibe—fields, quiet roads, and simpler days.
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Usage
“They spent the weekend in a bucolic village surrounded by rolling hills.”
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Fun Fact
In art and poetry, “bucolic” scenes are the classic pastoral ones—shepherds, meadows, and calm nature.
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