Young: meaning, definitions and examples

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young

[ jʌŋ ]

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age

Having lived or existed for only a short time. Being in an early period of life, development, or growth.

Synonyms

fresh, juvenile, youthful

Examples of usage

I am still young, so I have a lot to learn.
The company was founded by a group of young entrepreneurs.
She is a young actress with a promising future.

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offspring

Offspring, especially young animals.

Synonyms

cubs, offspring, progeny

Examples of usage

The lioness was protecting her young from danger.
The farm had a variety of young, including lambs and piglets.

Translations

Translations of the word "young" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jovem

🇮🇳 युवा

🇩🇪 jung

🇮🇩 muda

🇺🇦 молодий

🇵🇱 młody

🇯🇵 若い (わかい)

🇫🇷 jeune

🇪🇸 joven

🇹🇷 genç

🇰🇷 젊은 (jeolmeun)

🇸🇦 شاب

🇨🇿 mladý

🇸🇰 mladý

🇨🇳 年轻 (niánqīng)

🇸🇮 mlad

🇮🇸 ungur

🇰🇿 жас

🇬🇪 ახალგაზრდა

🇦🇿 gənc

🇲🇽 joven

Word origin

The word 'young' originated from the Old English word 'geong', which is related to the Dutch 'jong' and the German 'jung'. It has been used to describe early stages of life and development across various languages and cultures. The concept of youth and vitality associated with being young has been a common theme throughout history, with societies valuing the energy and potential of the young.

See also: youngling, youngster, youngsters.