Yemeni

[yem-uh-nee]

adjective

1. of or relating to Yemen or its people.

noun

plural

Yemenis ,

plural

Yemeni .

1. a native or inhabitant of Yemen.

ˈYemeni

/ ˈjɛmənɪ /

adjective

1. of or relating to Yemen or its inhabitants

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Yemen

Word History and Origins

Origin of Yemeni¹

First recorded in 1885–90; Yemen ( def. ) + -i suffix indicating relationship or origin

Example Sentences

Israeli media has described it as a Houthi strike but the Yemeni group has not officially claimed responsibility.

From BBC

Of Yemeni and Syrian heritage, Al-Shamahi grew up in Birmingham, England; earned degrees in evolutionary biology and taxonomy and biodiversity from Imperial College London and was named a National Geographic Emerging Explorer in 2015.

From Los Angeles Times

It came with silky, creamy hummus, incredible toum — a garlic lover’s dream — and Yemeni flatbread, making for an unforgettable combination of flavors.

From Salon

The organisation's staff and aid workers have provided a crucial lifeline for ordinary Yemenis whose country has for years been suffering one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.

From BBC

I have been going to this Yemeni cafe downtown called Jalsah.

From Los Angeles Times