Yanında
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Pronunciation: /ya-nuhn-DA/
English Meaning
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“Yanında” in Example Sentences
Banka pastanenin yanında.
The bank is next to the bakery.
Benim yanımda otur.
Sit next to me.
Otel, tren istasyonunun hemen yanında.
The hotel is right next to the train station.
Common Forms & Phrases
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| yanıma | to my side |
| yanımda | next to me / with me |
| yanından | from beside |
Usage Note
'Yanımda' also means 'on me / with me': 'Yanımda para yok' (I have no money on me).
Commonly Used With (Collocations)
Benim yanımdaHemen yanında
Grammar & Usage
Takes the genitive case for the reference object (e.g., 'pastane' -> 'pastanenin yanında').
Word Origin & Etymology
From 'yan' (side) + '-ı' (possessive) + '-n-' (buffer) + '-da' (locative).
Keep Learning
- Everyday Conversations flashcardsPractise “Yanında” with the Directions (Yol Tarifi) words
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