sevinmek
verb
Pronunciation: /seh-veen-MEK/
English Meaning
to be happy, to rejoice
“sevinmek” in Example Sentences
Seni gördüğüme sevindim.
I am happy to see you.
Geldiğine çok sevindim.
I'm so glad you came.
Çocuklar kar yağınca çok sevindi.
The children were overjoyed when it snowed.
Key Forms
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| seviniyorum | I am glad |
| sevindim | I'm glad / I was glad |
Usage Note
Like 'susadım', the past form 'sevindim' often expresses a present feeling: 'Buna sevindim' (I'm glad about that).
Word Origin & Etymology
From 'sev-' (to love) + reflexive '-in' -> to feel love/joy for oneself.
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