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1. www.jta.org › who-exactly-is-a-yenta-these-daysWho, exactly, is a yenta these days? - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

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   Feb 4, 2020 · According to the Forward’s Ezra Glinter, the Yiddish term yenta came from the name Yentl, which came from the old Italian word “gentile” (as did the modern words gentle and genteel ...

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2. fluentslang.com › yenta-meaningWhat Does Yenta Mean? - Meaning, Uses and More - FluentSlang

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   Sep 20, 2023 · Origin of Yenta. The term “yenta” is a Jewish slang word that originated from the character Yenta in the story “Fiddler on the Roof.”. It is used to describe a woman, typically middle-aged or older, who enjoys gossiping or acts as a matchmaker. The term has gained popularity among both Jews and non-Jews, as well as internet users.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › yentaYenta Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of YENTA is one that meddles; also : blabbermouth, gossip.

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   Look up yenta in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Yenta or Yente (Yiddish: יענטע) is a Yiddish woman's given name. It is a variant form of the name Yentl (Yiddish: יענטל), which ultimately is thought to be derived from the Italian word gentile, meaning 'noble' or 'refined'. [1][2] The name has entered American English only in the form ...

5. forward.com › culture › 170777The History of Yenta’s and its Dirty Roots - The Forward

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   Feb 10, 2013 · But when I moved on to the more colloquial and slang dictionaries, the meaning we’re all used to emerged. In Leo Rosten’s “ Hooray for Yiddish!,” five definitions for “yente” are ...

6. www.npr.org › 2012/06/14 › 154955498What's A Yenta? : Planet Money - NPR

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   Jun 13, 2012 · A yenta is not a matchmaker. I thought maybe my mom was the only one who noticed it. Wrong again. To the many, many of you who have also corrected my mistake: I am sorry. The correct term for a ...

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   What does Yentl mean?

   • Yentl was one of those names and is thought to come from the Italian word "gentile," meaning “noble” or “refined.” English counterparts are “gentle,” “genteel” and “gentile.” “Yentl,” a short story by Isaac Bashevis Singer, centers on Yentl, a young woman who dreams of getting an education.

   What Is a Yenta? Dictionary & Yiddish Definitions - Language Humanities

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   What does Yenta mean in Jewish slang?

   • The term “yenta” is a Jewish slang word that originated from the character Yenta in the story “Fiddler on the Roof.” It is used to describe a woman, typically middle-aged or older, who enjoys gossiping or acts as a matchmaker. The term has gained popularity among both Jews and non-Jews, as well as internet users.

   What Does Yenta Mean? - Meaning, Uses and More - FluentSlang

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   Where did the name Yenta come from?

   • According to the Forward’s Ezra Glinter, the Yiddish term yenta came from the name Yentl, which came from the old Italian word “gentile” (as did the modern words gentle and genteel) — meaning not non-Jewish, but noble or refined. Over time, Yentl became yente or yenta, but the name Yentl never disappeared.

   Who, exactly, is a yenta these days? - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

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   What does yents mean?

   • When it comes to original roots, yents was always just “that,” and Yenta was a gentle noblewoman. Even though the words share no ancient history, their current meanings sure leave a lot of room for off-color puns. I hope you appreciated this article.

   The History of Yenta’s and its Dirty Roots - The Forward

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   What does a yentile mean?

   • A older non-Jewish woman may have been called a Yentile out of respect, but the word eventually became associated with an elderly busybody who prided herself on keeping track of the personal lives of her entire community. A true yenta might also be considered a "buttinksy" or "harpy" because of her nosiness and shrewish nature.

   What Is a Yenta? Dictionary & Yiddish Definitions - Language Humanities

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   Is yenta a misspelling or typo?

   • The term “yenta” is not a misspelling or typo. It is a Jewish slang word used to describe a woman, typically middle-aged or older, who enjoys gossiping or acts as a matchmaker. It's important to note that the term yenta does not have a sexual connotation.

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8. www.languagehumanities.org › what-is-a-yentaWhat Is a Yenta? Dictionary & Yiddish Definitions

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   May 23, 2024 · The Online Slang Dictionary, similar to previously mentioned sources, uses the definition “a nosy person; busybody,” and includes a sentence example: “With a yenta for a neighbor, you can’t keep anything a secret.” Another possible meaning of yenta emerges at Urban Dictionary, where several members indicated that it refers to a ...