Memnun oldum
phrase
Pronunciation: /mem-NOON ohl-doom/
English Meaning
Pleased to meet you
“Memnun oldum” in Example Sentences
Tanıştığımıza memnun oldum.
I am pleased to meet you.
— Ben Ayşe. — Ben de Mark, memnun oldum.
— I'm Ayşe. — And I'm Mark, nice to meet you.
Sizinle tanıştığıma çok memnun oldum.
I'm very pleased to have met you.
Usage Note
The usual reply is 'Ben de memnun oldum' (Pleased to meet you too).
Grammar & Usage
Literally means 'I became pleased'. Use this immediately after learning someone's name.
Word Origin & Etymology
From Arabic 'mamnūn' (grateful/pleased) + Turkish 'oldum' (I became).
Cultural Context
A mandatory polite response upon being introduced to someone. Often accompanied by placing your right hand over your heart if you are not shaking hands.
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