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UK/["/jʌŋ/","/ˈjʌŋɡə(r)/","/ˈjʌŋɡɪst/"]/US/["/jʌŋ/","/ˈjʌŋɡər/","/ˈjʌŋɡɪst/"]/

Meaning of Young

In simple words: Not old; in the early stage of life.

Young in a sentence

  • The young boy climbed the tree with ease.
  • She has a young spirit that makes her fun to be around.
  • The young couple decided to travel around Europe this summer.
  • In the young days of spring, the flowers begin to bloom.
  • He feels young at heart despite his age.

How to use Young

Use 'young' to describe someone or something that is in the early years of development. Avoid using in formal contexts when describing age in professional settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'young' and associate it with the image of a small, playful puppy.

Related words

Collocations with Young

Synonyms for Young

  • youthful

Opposites of Young

Common mistakes with Young

  • Confuse 'young' with 'youthful'.
  • Use 'youngest' when intending to say 'youngest among many' instead of 'young'.

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Frequently asked questions about Young

What does Young mean?

Not old; in the early stage of life.

What is the definition of Young?

having lived or existed for only a short time; not fully developed

How do you use Young in a sentence?

The young boy climbed the tree with ease.

Can you give another example of Young?

She has a young spirit that makes her fun to be around.

What are synonyms for Young?

Common alternatives include youthful.

What is the opposite of Young?

Opposite meanings include old, aged, mature.

What words go with Young?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, young at heart, young for your age.

What are common mistakes when using Young?

Confuse 'young' with 'youthful'. Use 'youngest' when intending to say 'youngest among many' instead of 'young'.

How do you pronounce Young?

US: /["/jʌŋ/","/ˈjʌŋɡər/","/ˈjʌŋɡɪst/"]/, UK: /["/jʌŋ/","/ˈjʌŋɡə(r)/","/ˈjʌŋɡɪst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Young?

Use 'young' to describe someone or something that is in the early years of development. Avoid using in formal contexts when describing age in professional settings.

What CEFR level is Young?

"Young" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.