Pronunciation: [ˈʌŋɡəlɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "yngling" is spelled with a "y" instead of a "u" due to its Scandinavian roots. In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be spelled as /ˈʏŋlɪŋ/. The first sound, /ʏ/, is a close central rounded vowel, similar to the "oo" sound in "took". The "ng" sound is represented as /ŋ/, a velar nasal consonant. The last syllable, /lɪŋ/, ends with a voiced alveolar lateral consonant, which is the "l" sound.
Yngling is a noun that refers to a member of a legendary dynasty or lineage of Swedish kings. The term originates from Norse mythology and ancient Scandinavian history.
In Norse mythology, the Ynglings were considered a divine race descending from the god Freyr, who was the son of Njord, the god of the sea. According to legend, the Ynglings ruled over Sweden for several generations, and their lineage boasted exceptional strength, beauty, and abilities. They were widely recognized as powerful and influential rulers, often associated with heroic deeds and mighty conquests.
In ancient Scandinavian history, the Yngling dynasty, also known as the House of Yngling, is considered one of the earliest Swedish royal families. The dynasty is believed to have existed from the 5th century AD until the 10th century AD. The Yngling kings were esteemed rulers, and their genealogy held great importance to the people of Sweden.
Today, the term "yngling" is often used to refer to someone who is a member of a prestigious or exceptional lineage or family. It can also be used metaphorically to describe an individual who possesses qualities or traits reminiscent of the legendary Ynglings, such as strength, leadership, or nobility.
The word "yngling" has its origins in Old Norse, an ancient North Germanic language spoken by the Norse peoples during the Viking Age and Middle Ages. In Old Norse, the word was "yngr", meaning "young" or "junior". It was primarily used to refer to a young member of a royal or noble family. Over time, "yngr" evolved into "ynglingr" to denote someone who descended from a noble lineage. This term gained further significance when it became associated with the Swedish Yngling dynasty, a legendary royal lineage in Nordic mythology. Today, the word "yngling" is commonly used in Old Norse studies to refer to a member of the Yngling dynasty or to someone of noble descent.
