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Adam

Man

Beginnernoun

Definition

An adult male human.

Example

O adam doktor.

That man is a doctor.

Etymology

'Adam' is an ancient word that signifies 'man' and has cognates in many languages, including Semitic languages, used since the earliest periods of Turkish.

How & Where It’s Used

'Adam' is commonly used in both informal and formal contexts across Turkey, with no notable regional variations.

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