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ye

Pronunciation: [jiː]

Word

Context: "addressing people"

(pronoun) an old-fashioned way to say 'you' when talking to one person or a group. People used to use 'ye' in speeches and stories to show respect or to make it sound more formal.

Example

Ye are all welcome to join the feast tonight.

Example

Ye did not follow the rules, so you cannot play.

Example

Why dost ye not speak up during the meeting?

Context: "literature"

(pronoun) an old-fashioned way to refer to a group of people, similar to saying 'you all'. It's often found in older texts and poems.

Example

Hark, ye who seek knowledge, pay attention to the lessons.

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Ye who do not study will find it difficult to pass the test.

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Have ye completed your assignments for the class?

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