Deep South US
Hankering
Used when someone expresses a deep longing for a specific object or experience.
Literal Meaning
From Dutch 'hankeren' - to long for
Actual Meaning
A strong desire or craving for something
Examples in Context

'I've got a hankering for some BBQ.' (Translation: I really want BBQ)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Craving something
  • 2Strong desire
  • 3Southern expression
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
craving
desire
longing
yearning
thirst
Related Phrases
Click to explore related phrases in our collection
Mood
Sugar
It's giving
Vibing
No worries, I didn't want to sleep anyway
Every cloud has a silver lining