syne
word
Definition
'Syne' is a Scottish and archaic English word meaning 'since then' or 'ago', often used in poetry or songs.
Usage & Nuances
Very uncommon in modern English; mostly appears in Scottish contexts, old poems, or the phrase 'Auld Lang Syne.' Not used in daily conversation.
Spanish: antaño - desde entonces (literario)Portuguese (BR): antigamente - desde então (literário)Portuguese (PT): antigamente - desde então (literário)Chinese (Simplified): 自那时以来（文学用语） - 以前Chinese (Traditional): 自那時以來（文學用語） - 以前Hindi: तब से (काव्यात्मक/पुराना)Arabic: منذ ذلك الحين (أدبي) - سابقًا (قديم)
Example Sentences
Many years have passed syne we last met.
basic
We will not forget the days gone syne.
basic
The story has changed much syne it was first told.
basic
Should auld acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? For auld lang syne.
natural
He hasn't been back home syne he left for the city.
natural
So much has changed in the world syne I was a child.
natural