Definition of Yearling
Quick Meaning of Yearling
A young animal that has lived for about one year.
Detailed Definition of Yearling
An animal that is one year old, typically referring to a young horse, cattle, or other livestock.
How to Pronounce Yearling
Stress pattern: oOo (3-syllable word).
Tip: Pronounced /ˈjɪəlɪŋ/ with clear articulation
Watch out: Sometimes mispronounced incorrectly
Origin and Etymology of Yearling
From 'year' + '-ling' (diminutive suffix from Old English). Specifically developed in horse breeding terminology.
How to Use Yearling in a Sentence
Each example shows “yearling” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“The yearling foal was already showing promise as a racehorse.”
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“Farmers often sell yearling cattle at the annual livestock auction.”
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“The breeder evaluated each yearling's conformation carefully.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Yearling
Common Synonyms for Yearling
Smart Synonyms for Yearling — When to Use Each
- juvenile
- Young animal in development phase
- colt
- Young male horse one year old
- filly
- Young female horse one year old
Common Collocations with Yearling
These phrases pair with “yearling” in everyday English:
- yearling horse
- yearling cattle
- yearling auction
- yearling class
- young yearling
Common Mistakes When Using Yearling
Even fluent speakers slip up with “yearling”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: The yearlings are running across the pasture very fast.
- ✓ Correct: The yearlings are running very fast across the pasture.
- Why: Adverb should follow verb before location phrase
- ✗ Wrong: That yearling it has good bone structure.
- ✓ Correct: That yearling has good bone structure.
- Why: Don't repeat subject with pronoun it
- ✗ Wrong: Yearling development is important for breeding successfully.
- ✓ Correct: Yearling development is important for successful breeding.
- Why: Use adjective successful not adverb successfully
Other Forms of Yearling
- Noun: yearling
Frequently Asked Questions About Yearling
What is the meaning of "Yearling"?
A young animal that has lived for about one year.
How do you pronounce "Yearling"?
The IPA is /ˈjɪəlɪŋ/. Pronounced /ˈjɪəlɪŋ/ with clear articulation
What part of speech is "Yearling"?
"Yearling" is a noun at C1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Yearling"?
Common synonyms include juvenile, young animal, colt.
How do you use "Yearling" in a sentence?
For example: "The yearling foal was already showing promise as a racehorse."