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Meaning of yichus | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

/ˈjɪxəs/

Definitions

noble origins; pedigree
Jewish, uncountable
clout, worth, reputation
Jewish, uncountable

Examples

“Capers Funnye is a knowledgeable, committed Jew and, as an Obama relative, has exceptional yichus.”

CEFR level

B1

Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

See also

Yid yidaki yidam Yiddish Yiddish Alps Yiddisher