Yankee
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A person from the northern United States, particularly one who sided with the Union during the American Civil War.
“The novel's protagonist was a Yankee soldier far from home.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈjæŋki/
Syllables
yan·kee
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Synonyms
yanknortherner
Word Game Tips
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Wordle
Three vowels including double E at the end, Y opener with ANKEE is a distinctive pattern.
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Scrabble
Double E at the end offers hook potential, Y scores 4pts but overall tiles are low-value.
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