This is the 8258th most frequent German word.
jenke
The term "Jenke" does not have a standalone definition in standard German; it is typically a proper noun, such as a surname or name.
Here, 'jenke' is poetically used as a verb to express an intense emotion or prediction.
Ich jenke, dass das Wetter morgen besser wird.
I dread that the weather will be better tomorrow.
In this sentence, 'jenken' colloquially stands for enduring something with difficulty.
Er jenkt sich durch das Leben, ohne einen Plan zu haben.
He drags himself through life without having a plan.
Here, 'Jenke' is used as a proper noun, presumably a person's name, demonstrating its versatility.