ישן

Definition

Having existed for a long time; for people use zaken.

Example

Etymology

The adjective 'ישן' (yashan) relates back to the root 'ש-י-ן' (Sh-Y-N) which connotes aging or obsolescence. Its implications of age have been integral in Hebrew texts throughout time.

How & Where It’s Used

'ישן' appears in both spoken and written Hebrew, in informal and formal settings, often used to describe objects, ideas, or systems that are outdated.

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