yenta

The word “yenta” has 2 syllables: yen-ta

It's pronounced as /ˈjɛntə/

What is synonym and antonym for yenta?

In the thesaurus, “yenta” has 39 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for yenta along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for yenta

Nosey Parker
Nosy Parker
Paul Pry
backseat driver
betrayer
blabbermouth
busybody
butt-in
buttinsky
circulator
eavesdropper
fink
fussbudget
gossip
gossiper
gossipmonger
informant
informer
inquisitive person
intermeddler
intruder
libeler
meddler
newsmonger
quidnunc
rubberneck
scandalmonger
sidewalk superintendent
snitcher
snoop
snooper
squealer
stool pigeon
tale-teller
talebearer
tattler
tattletale
telltale
troublemaker

Meanings of yenta

noun
1. A woman who meddles in the business of others; a busybody; a female gossipmonger.
2. (Jewish) A matchmaker; a woman who specializes in finding spouses.

Example Sentences

The neighborhood yenta always knows the latest gossip before anyone else.
She's often referred to as the local yenta because she's constantly meddling in other people's affairs.
The family reunion wouldn't be complete without Aunt Ruthie, the resident yenta.
The town's yenta has a knack for matchmaking and has successfully paired up several couples.
Don't tell her your secrets, she's a notorious yenta who can't keep anything to herself.

On this page you'll find 39 synonyms or another words to yenta, such as: Nosey Parker, Nosy Parker, Paul Pry, backseat driver, betrayer, blabbermouth, busybody.

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