אָמן
omeyn/ɔˈmɛɪ̯n/
The Yiddish word אָמן (omeyn) means "amen."
This term is used as an expression of strong agreement.
Meaning: expression of strong agreement (intj)
Which one should you use?
While אָמן is the common form, the form אָמֵן is specifically used in the context of formal prayers.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is omeyn. The IPA is /ɔˈmɛɪ̯n/.
Did you know?
- In certain Yiddish theatrical contexts, a character might say אָמן with a sarcastic tone to express skepticism rather than agreement.
- The word shares its direct origin with the Hebrew root 'n-'-m, which relates to the concept of being 'firm' or 'steady'.
- Yiddish speakers may use אָמן to punctuate a point of agreement so strongly that it effectively ends the conversation, signaling that there is nothing left to debate.
Examples in context
- אָמן.Amen.This example shows the word אָמן in a standalone context.Tatoeba #10056934 by shekitten, translation #10056884 by espamatics
Example conversation
Yitzhak and Reizel are discussing their plans for the weekend.
- יצחק Yitzchakמיר דאַרפֿן méר העלפֿן אנדערע מענטשן.Mir darfn mer helfn andere mentshn.We need to help other people more.
- רייזל Reizelאָמן, איך בין פֿאַרשטימט מיט דעם געדאַנק.Amen, ikh bin farshtimt mit dem gedankt.Amen, I agree with that thought.
- יצחק Yitzchakלאָמיר פֿאַרפֿאַנגען היינט.Lomir farfangan haynt.Let's start today.
- רייזל Reizelיאָ, יצחק, דאָס איז אַ גוטער פֿלאָן.Yo, Yitzhak, dos iz a guter flon.Yes, Yitzhak, that is a good plan.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “amen” translations and entries אָמן, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries אָמן, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
