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Erlking
UK
/ˈɜːl.kɪŋ/
US
/ˈɜrl.kɪŋ/
Translation of "erlking" into Russian
erlking
Noun
UK
/ˈɜːl.kɪŋ/
US
/ˈɜrl.kɪŋ/
erlking
erlkings pl
эльфийский король
The Erlking is a mythical figure in German folklore.
Эльфийский король - мифическая фигура в немецком фольклоре.
Definitions
erlking
Noun
UK
/ˈɜːl.kɪŋ/
US
/ˈɜrl.kɪŋ/
A mythical figure in German folklore, often depicted as a malevolent spirit or king of the elves who lures travelers, especially children, to their doom.
In the poem, the child is terrified as he senses the presence of the Erlking in the forest.
Erlking
Proper noun
The Erlking: a sinister supernatural being or king of the elves in German folklore who attempts to abduct or harm travelers, especially children.
In Goethe’s ballad, the Erlking whispers alluring promises to the frightened boy.