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Young
jəŋ
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Young -
Being in the early stage of life or growth; not old
Example: She is a young child who loves to play with toys.
Usage: neutralContext: general conversations
Note: Can refer to any age below adulthood
Relatively early in age; not yet mature
Example: He is a young man who just started his career.
Usage: neutralContext: everyday situations
Note: Often used to describe individuals in their teens to twenties
Having the characteristics of youth; lively and energetic
Example: Despite her age, she has a young and vibrant spirit.
Usage: neutralContext: describing personality traits
Note: Can be used to describe someone's attitude or behavior
Young's synonyms
youthful
Youthful means having the appearance, vigor, or spirit characteristic of youth.
Example: She has a youthful appearance despite being in her 40s.
Note: Youthful specifically refers to the appearance or characteristics associated with youth, whereas 'young' can be more general.
adolescent
Adolescent refers to a young person who is developing from a child into an adult.
Example: The book is targeted towards adolescent readers.
Note: Adolescent specifically refers to the stage of development between childhood and adulthood, while 'young' can encompass a broader age range.
juvenile
Juvenile refers to young people or animals that are not fully matured.
Example: The park is popular among juvenile visitors.
Note: Juvenile can also refer to behaviors or characteristics typical of young people, whereas 'young' is a more general term for a lesser age.
youth
Youth refers to young people considered as a group.
Example: The organization aims to empower the youth in the community.
Note: Youth specifically refers to a collective group of young individuals, while 'young' is an individual descriptor.
Young expressions, common phrases
Young at heart
This phrase means to have a youthful outlook on life, regardless of one's age.
Example: Even though she's in her 70s, she's still young at heart and loves to go dancing.
Note: It refers to a youthful mindset rather than physical age.
Young blood
This idiom refers to young or new members who bring fresh perspectives or vitality.
Example: We need some young blood in this company to bring fresh ideas and energy.
Note: It emphasizes the newness and energy young people can bring to a group.
The young and the restless
This phrase is used to describe people who are full of energy, eager for excitement or change.
Example: The young and the restless in the office are always looking for new challenges and opportunities.
Note: It suggests a sense of restlessness and eagerness for new experiences.
Forever young
This expression refers to someone who remains youthful in spirit or appearance despite aging.
Example: She may be in her 50s, but she seems to be forever young with her active lifestyle.
Note: It conveys a sense of timelessness and maintaining a youthful demeanor.
Young gun
A 'young gun' is a term used for a young, talented, and ambitious person, especially in sports or business.
Example: The team's new recruit is a young gun who has been impressing everyone with his skills.
Note: It emphasizes the person's talent and ambition rather than just their age.
Young Turk
This term refers to a young person who is rebellious, revolutionary, or eager for change within an organization.
Example: The company's decisions are often influenced by the young Turk in the marketing department.
Note: It implies a sense of rebellion or challenging the status quo.
Young blood in old veins
This phrase means injecting new, youthful ideas or energy into an established or stagnant environment.
Example: The company needed some young blood in old veins to revitalize its approach to technology.
Note: It highlights the contrast between new, fresh energy and an old, established system.
Young everyday (slang) expressions
Youngster
Youngster is a casual term used to refer to a young person, often a child or teenager.
Example: I saw a group of youngsters hanging out at the park.
Note: Youngster is more informal and colloquial compared to the word 'young'.
Young'un
Young'un is a southern dialect slang term for a young person.
Example: That young'un is full of energy!
Note: Young'un is an informal, dialectal variation of 'young'.
Whipper-snapper
Whipper-snapper is a humorous or slightly mocking term for a young and inexperienced person, often implying impudence or audacity.
Example: Look at that little whipper-snapper running around!
Note: Whipper-snapper has a more playful or teasing connotation compared to 'young'.
Kiddo
Kiddo is an affectionate term used to address a child or a young person.
Example: Hey kiddo, want to join us for a game?
Note: Kiddo is a more endearing and informal term compared to 'young'.
Rugrat
Rugrat is a humorous and slang term for young, usually mischievous children.
Example: The rugrats are playing in the backyard again.
Note: Rugrat is more light-hearted and playful than the word 'young'.
Spring chicken
Spring chicken is a humorous term used to refer to a young person or someone who is relatively young or inexperienced.
Example: You may be the new hire, but don't underestimate this old spring chicken!
Note: Spring chicken is mostly used humorously and has a connotation of being energetic or sprightly.
Youngling
Youngling is a playful and sometimes fictional term for a young person, often used in fantasy or sci-fi contexts.
Example: The younglings are excited about the school trip.
Note: Youngling is not commonly used in everyday language and is more quirky or imaginative.
Young - Examples
I have a young daughter.
He is a talented young musician.
She started her career at a young age.
They are looking for a young and dynamic candidate.
Young grammar
Young - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: young
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): younger
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): youngest
Adjective (Adjective): young
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): young
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): young
Syllables, Separation and Stress
young Contains 1 syllables: young
Phonetic transcription: ˈyəŋ
young , ˈyəŋ (The red syllable is stressed)
Young - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
young: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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