yen in Japanese
yen in Japanese is 円, 圓 — yen means the official currency of Japan, symbol ¥.
yen in Japanese
円
Pronounced: en
The unit of Japanese currency (symbol: ¥) since 1871, divided into 100 sen.
圓
Pronounced: en
The unit of Japanese currency (symbol: ¥) since 1871, divided into 100 sen.
円
Pronounced: en
A coin or note worth one yen.
What does "yen" mean?
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noun The official currency of Japan, symbol ¥.
"He exchanged his dollars for yen at the airport."
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noun A strong craving or longing for something.
"She had a sudden yen for spicy noodles."
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verb To have a strong desire for something.
"He yenned for a slower, simpler life after years in the city."
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yen in a sentence
- He exchanged his dollars for yen at the airport.
- She had a sudden yen for spicy noodles.
- He yenned for a slower, simpler life after years in the city.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "yen" in Japanese?
"yen" in Japanese is 円, 圓. yen means: The official currency of Japan, symbol ¥.
How do you pronounce 円?
"yen" in Japanese is 円, pronounced "en".
How do you use "yen" in a sentence?
Example: "He exchanged his dollars for yen at the airport." In Japanese, "yen" is 円, 圓.
Are there other ways to say "yen" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "yen": 円, 圓.
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