Yenned: meaning, definitions and examples

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yenned

 

[ jɛnəd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

slang usage

Yenned is a Scottish dialect term that means to desire or crave something intensely. It is often used to express a strong longing for something that is out of reach or difficult to obtain.

Synonyms

crave, long, yearn

Examples of usage

  • I yenned for a warm hug on that cold evening.
  • She yenned to see her hometown again after many years.
  • He yenned for adventure and set off on a journey.
  • The child yenned for the toys he saw in the store.

Translations

Translations of the word "yenned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 yenned

🇮🇳 yenned

🇩🇪 yenned

🇮🇩 yenned

🇺🇦 yenned

🇵🇱 yenned

🇯🇵 yenned

🇫🇷 yenned

🇪🇸 yenned

🇹🇷 yenned

🇰🇷 yenned

🇸🇦 yenned

🇨🇿 yenned

🇸🇰 yenned

🇨🇳 yenned

🇸🇮 yenned

🇮🇸 yenned

🇰🇿 yenned

🇬🇪 yenned

🇦🇿 yenned

🇲🇽 yenned

Etymology

The word 'yenned' originates from the Old English 'geornian', which means to desire or to be eager for. It has Scottish roots, commonly used in dialect, and reflects a deep-seated longing that is often tied to emotional experiences. Over the years, yenned has become less common, but it remains a poignant expression of yearning in the Scottish lexicon. This term encapsulates a sense of want that resonates not just with the physical dimensions of desire but also with emotional and psychological needs. Despite its relative obscurity today, it serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of language that conveys human feelings.