Meaning of the word y'know in English
What does y'know mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
y'know
US /jəˈnoʊ/
UK /jəˈnəʊ/
Exclamation
a spoken abbreviation of 'you know', used to add emphasis to a statement, to check that the listener understands what is being said, or as a filler in conversation
Example:
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It was really difficult, y'know, trying to finish everything on time.
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He's a bit strange, y'know, always talking to himself.