yin

noun

ˈyin 

: the feminine passive principle in nature that in Chinese cosmology is exhibited in darkness, cold, or wetness and that combines with yang to produce all that comes to be

Examples of yin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The dynamic has a very yin-yang effect and is very powerful and sensitive at the same time. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 21 July 2026

Kidney yin deficiency can lead to poor concentration, reproductive issues, or weakness of the back and knees. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026

Because the movements are slow and low-impact, yin stretching may feel more accessible than high-intensity workouts. — Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan, Health, 30 June 2026

The casting of Erivo and Grande, as yin-and-yang besties Elphaba and Glinda, ignited the internet. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 27 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Chinese (Beijing) yīn

First Known Use

1671, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing yin

• the yin and yang
• yin and yang
• yin-yang symbol

Rhymes for yin

• been
• bin
• chin
• din
• djinn
• fin
• finn
• gin
• grin
• in
• kin
• linn