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yearning in French

yearning in French is aspiration, envie — yearning means a deep, wistful longing for something.

yearning in French

aspiration
noun
A wistful or melancholy longing.
envie
noun
A wistful or melancholy longing.

What does "yearning" mean?

  1. noun A deep, wistful longing for something.
    "A yearning for home crept over him as winter set in."

yearning in a sentence

  • A yearning for home crept over him as winter set in.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "yearning" in French?

"yearning" in French is aspiration, envie. yearning means: A deep, wistful longing for something.

How do you use "yearning" in a sentence?

Example: "A yearning for home crept over him as winter set in." In French, "yearning" is aspiration, envie.

Are there other ways to say "yearning" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "yearning": aspiration, envie.

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