Translation of Turkish word "sadece" to English
sadece
/sadedʒe/
Meaning
AdverbAdverb meaning 'only', 'just', or 'merely'. Used to restrict or limit a statement.
How to use
Adverb of limitation. Interchangeable with 'yalnızca' and 'ancak' in this sense, but 'sadece' is the neutral everyday choice.
🇬🇧 English
just
Example
Bu odada sadece bir masa ve iki sandalye var.
In this room there is only one table and two chairs.
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Common phrases
- sadece bir— only one
- Sadece bir fincan kahve istiyorum.— I only want a cup of coffee.
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What does the Turkish word "sadece" mean?▼
The Turkish word "sadece" means "just" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Bu odada sadece bir masa ve iki sandalye var." (which translates as "In this room there is only one table and two chairs.").
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