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Benim adım...
/ben-EEM a-duhm.../
English Meaning
My name is...
About the word "Benim adım..."
The word Benim adım... translates directly to My name is... in English. It is an essential part of the Turkish language and falls under the Greetings & Essential Phrases category within our broader Beginner Basics vocabulary deck.
Learning the correct pronunciation (/ben-EEM a-duhm.../) and how to use this word in natural sentences is crucial for anyone studying Turkish. Spaced repetition is the most effective way to master vocabulary like this.
Example Sentence in Context
“Benim adım Ahmet, memnun oldum.”
“My name is Ahmet, pleased to meet you.”
Grammar & Usage
'Benim' is the genitive 'my', and 'adım' is 'name' + 1st person possessive suffix '-ım'.
Related Vocabulary in "Greetings & Essential Phrases"
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