This phrase shows you are surprised. It also shows you just realized something. Or it points out something clear to the listener.
Noun + やんPrimary
な-Adjective + やん
い-Adjective + やん
Verb [dictionary form] + やん
Verb [た-form] + やん
This phrase shows you are surprised. It also shows you just realized something. Or it points out something clear to the listener.
あれ、田中さんやん。久しぶり！
Oh, it's Tanaka-san, isn't it! Long time no see!
このケーキ、めっちゃ美味しいやん！誰が作ったん？
This cake is super delicious! Who made it?
え、まだ宿題終わってへんの？あかんやん！
What, you haven't finished your homework yet? That's not good!
昨日、ちゃんと言うてたやん。もう忘れたんか？
I told you properly yesterday, didn't I? Have you already forgotten?
「その服、めっちゃ似合ってるやん」って友達に言われた。
My friend told me, 'That outfit looks great on you!'
This word can sound like you are gently teasing someone. Or you are kindly pointing out their mistake. It's like saying, 'You should have known this already.'
This is different from "〜やで" and "〜やねん". You use "〜やで" to tell someone new information. You use "〜やねん" to explain why something is happening. You use "〜やん" to show surprise or remind someone of something.
Don't use this when you talk to your boss. It is only for casual chats.
Use this when you notice something new. You want the listener to agree with you. It helps you feel closer to the person you are talking to.
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