yearn in Dutch
yearn in Dutch is smachten, terugverlangen (naar), verlangen — yearn means to have a deep, often wistful longing for something or someone.
yearn in Dutch
smachten
(intransitive, also, figuratively) To have a strong desire for something or to do something; to long for or to do something.
terugverlangen (naar)
(intransitive, also, figuratively) To have a strong desire for something or to do something; to long for or to do something.
verlangen
(intransitive, also, figuratively) To have a strong desire for something or to do something; to long for or to do something.
zuchten
(intransitive, also, figuratively) To have a strong desire for something or to do something; to long for or to do something.
What does "yearn" mean?
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verb To have a deep, often wistful longing for something or someone.
"She yearned to see her family again after years abroad."
yearn in a sentence
- She yearned to see her family again after years abroad.
- He yearned for the simpler life he'd left behind.
Common Dutch translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "yearn" in Dutch?
"yearn" in Dutch is smachten, terugverlangen (naar), verlangen. yearn means: To have a deep, often wistful longing for something or someone.
How do you use "yearn" in a sentence?
Example: "She yearned to see her family again after years abroad." In Dutch, "yearn" is smachten, terugverlangen (naar), verlangen.
Are there other ways to say "yearn" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 4 translations listed for "yearn": smachten, terugverlangen (naar), verlangen, zuchten.
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