yen — the basic monetary unit of Japan
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the basic monetary unit of Japan
Pronunciation (IPA): /jɛn/
Example Sentences
- My wallet is full of yen but empty of sense - I spent everything on anime figures!
- The yen has been weakening against the dollar recently.
- Ever since watching that cooking show, I've had a real yen for sushi.
yen
NOUN[/jɛn/]
the basic monetary unit of Japan
the basic monetary unit of Japan
Ten yen bills shine bright as he grips his pen!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term 'yen' has two distinct etymologies. As Japanese currency, it derives from Japanese 'en' (円), meaning 'circle' or 'round', referring to the coin's shape. As a noun meaning 'intense desire' or 'craving', it comes from Chinese 'yin' (癮), originally meaning addiction or compulsive desire.
Breakdown
For currency: 円 (en, circle/round) referring to the circular form of coins. For desire: 癮 (yin, addiction/craving) from Chinese, denoting an intense yearning or compulsive longing.
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📝Examples
“My wallet is full of yen but empty of sense - I spent everything on anime figures!”
“The yen has been weakening against the dollar recently.”
“Ever since watching that cooking show, I've had a real yen for sushi.”
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