een
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for een, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — A dialectal shortening of "even," used in older or regional English.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Etymology
A worn-down, contracted form of the word "even."
Full origin of een →Frequently asked questions
What does “een” mean?
The word “een” means a dialectal shortening of "even," used in older or regional English. In plain terms, an old-fashioned or dialect shortening of "even" or "evening," mostly seen in older literature and Scots dialect.
How do you pronounce “een”?
“Een” is pronounced een (/iːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “een” in a sentence?
Here is “een” used in a sentence: “He wouldn't een look at me.”
What part of speech is “een”?
Depending on how it is used, “een” can be an adverb and a noun.
How many meanings does “een” have?
“Een” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dialectal shortening of "even," used in older or regional English.