shadchan Share definition Flag a matchmaker, this term is a Yiddish word. Also sometimes called a "Yenta" Yenta, in "Fiddler on the Roof," wasn't a very good shadchan... she always matched girls with men who were not right for them! shadchan by ArielleRuti August 30, 2006 0 0 Get merch Get the shadchan mug. Buy Now — $32.95 See more merch