Cool MateMeaning of Younger
Having a shorter lifespan or lesser age compared to someone else.
In simple words: Having lived for a shorter time; not old.
Younger in a sentence
- She is younger than her brother by two years.
- Many younger people prefer streaming services.
- The younger generation is more tech-savvy.
- He's looking younger than his actual age.
- She feels younger since she started exercising regularly.
How to use Younger
Used to compare ages; often seen in informal discussions about family or peers. Avoid in overly formal writing.
Grammar pattern
be + younger (than) + object
Memory hint
Think of 'young' plus 'er' to mean more young.
Related words
Collocations with Younger
- younger sibling
- younger generation
- look younger
- younger than
Common mistakes with Younger
- Confusing with 'youngest' which refers to the smallest age in a group.
- Using 'younger' for groups instead of individuals.
- Incorrectly saying 'more younger'; it’s simply 'younger'.
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Younger in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أصغر
عاش لفترة أقصر؛ ليس كبيرًا في السن.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Younger
কম সময় বেঁচে থাকা; বেশি বয়সী নয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Jünger
Kürzer gelebt; nicht alt.
- SpanishEspañol
Más joven
Que ha vivido menos tiempo; no viejo.
- Persianفارسی
جوانتر
مدت زمان کمتری زندگی کرده؛ پیر نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Younger
Qui a vécu moins longtemps ; pas vieux.
- Hindiहिन्दी
छोटे
कम समय तक जीवित रहना; बूढ़ा नहीं।
- ItalianItaliano
Più giovane
Avere vissuto per meno tempo; non vecchio.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Mais jovem
Ter vivido por menos tempo; não ser velho.
- RussianРусский
Younger
Не такой старый, проживший меньше времени.
- Urduاردو
ینگتر
کم وقت گزارا ہوا؛ بوڑھا نہیں۔
- Chinese中文
Younger
活得时间比较短；不老。
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Frequently asked questions about Younger
What does Younger mean?
Having lived for a shorter time; not old.
What is the definition of Younger?
Having a shorter lifespan or lesser age compared to someone else.
How do you use Younger in a sentence?
She is younger than her brother by two years.
Can you give another example of Younger?
Many younger people prefer streaming services.
What are synonyms for Younger?
Common alternatives include junior, youthful, immature, fresh, new.
What is the opposite of Younger?
Opposite meanings include older, senior.
What words go with Younger?
It commonly pairs with younger sibling, younger generation, look younger, younger than.
What are common mistakes when using Younger?
Confusing with 'youngest' which refers to the smallest age in a group. Using 'younger' for groups instead of individuals. Incorrectly saying 'more younger'; it’s simply 'younger'.
How do you pronounce Younger?
US: //ˈjʌŋɚ//, UK: //ˈjʌŋɡə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Younger?
Used to compare ages; often seen in informal discussions about family or peers. Avoid in overly formal writing.