A1 conjunction Neutral to slightly formal. While understood and used in everyday language, 'amma' is generally more informal. 'Lakin' can add a touch of formality or a literary feel.

lakin

/lɑˈcin/

Exemplos

1

Mən getmək istəyirəm, lakin vaxtım yoxdur.

I want to go, but I don't have time.

2

Hava soyuqdur, lakin günəş çıxıb.

The weather is cold, however the sun is out.

3

Kitab maraqlıdır, lakin çox uzundur.

The book is interesting, but it's very long.

4

O, ağıllıdır, lakin tənbəldir.

He is smart, but he is lazy.

5

Gəlmək istəyirdim, lakin işlərim vardı.

I wanted to come, but I had things to do.

Colocações comuns

lakin yenə də (but still)
lakin buna baxmayaraq (but despite this)
lakin əslində (but in reality)

Como usar

Use 'lakin' to introduce a statement that contrasts with or qualifies something that has just been said. It can express opposition, exception, or a shift in topic. It is a versatile conjunction that can be used in both formal and informal contexts, though as mentioned, 'amma' is often preferred in very casual speech.

Erros comuns
  • Confusing it with 'ancaq' (only). While 'ancaq' can mean 'but' or 'however', its primary meaning is 'only'. 'Lakin' exclusively means 'but/however'.
  • Incorrectly placing a comma. Remember to generally place a comma *before* 'lakin' when connecting clauses, not after it (unless it starts a sentence and you're adding a slight pause).

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Origem da palavra

From Arabic 'لكن' (lākin) meaning 'but, however'. It's a widely used conjunction in Turkic languages.

Contexto cultural

The use of conjunctions like 'lakin' is crucial for building complex sentences and expressing nuanced ideas in Azerbaijani. Mastering its usage will significantly improve your fluency and comprehension of written and spoken Azerbaijani. Its Arabic origin reflects the historical linguistic influences on Azerbaijani.

Dica de memorização

Think of 'lakin' like 'lacking' a smooth transition, so you need a 'but' to introduce the contrast.

Perguntas frequentes

3 perguntas

'Lakin' and 'amma' are largely interchangeable, both meaning 'but' or 'however'. 'Amma' is generally more common in everyday spoken Azerbaijani, while 'lakin' can sometimes feel slightly more formal or literary, though this distinction is not strict.

Yes, 'lakin' can be used at the beginning of a sentence to introduce a contrasting idea, similar to 'However,' in English. For example, 'Lakin, bu doğru deyil.' (However, this is not true.)

While not strictly mandatory in all cases, it's very common to place a comma before 'lakin' when it connects two clauses, especially if the clauses are independent. When 'lakin' starts a sentence, it is also often followed by a comma, but this is less rigid.

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