What does the Yiddish word yochna mean?

"Yochna" (יוֹכְנָה) is a Yiddish word that means "yearning," "longing," or "desire." It is often used to describe a strong emotional feeling for something or someone.

The word is derived from the Hebrew word "yochna" (יוֹכְנָה), which has the same meaning.

Here are some examples of how "yochna" can be used:

* "I have a yochna for my homeland." (I have a longing for my homeland.)

* "She feels a yochna for her lost love." (She feels a yearning for her lost love.)

* "The children have a yochna for their mother." (The children have a desire for their mother.)

It's important to note that while "yochna" is a Yiddish word, it is also used in Hebrew.