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yen

The correct spelling is yen.

How to pronounce yen

/jɛn/
noun

IPA: /jɛn/

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The correct spelling is yen. The unit of Japanese currency (symbol: ¥) since 1871, divided into 100 sen. For example: "humankind's yen for knowledge"

Usage Examples

humankind's yen for knowledge

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The unit of Japanese currency (symbol: ¥) since 1871, divided into 100 sen.
  2. 2.A coin or note worth one yen.
  3. 3.A strong desire, urge, or yearning.
  4. 4.Opium.

verb

  1. 1.To have a strong desire for.

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