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Breakdown of Doğruluk, her zaman en iyi politikadır ve güven verir.
olmak
to be
ve
and
her zaman
always
vermek
to give
doğruluk
the truth
en iyi
best
politika
the policy
güven
the trust
Questions & Answers about Doğruluk, her zaman en iyi politikadır ve güven verir.
What does Doğruluk mean in this sentence?
Doğruluk translates to honesty in English. It is the subject of the sentence, highlighting the value placed on being honest.
What is the function of her zaman in the sentence?
Her zaman means always. It emphasizes the timeless and constant nature of the statement, indicating that honesty is always, without exception, the best policy.
How does the copula suffix '-dır' in politikadır work?
The suffix '-dır' functions as a copula, equivalent to the English verb "is". Instead of using a separate verb for "to be," Turkish attaches this suffix to the noun politika to form "politikadır," meaning "is the best policy."
What does güven verir mean, and how is it used here?
Güven verir literally translates to "gives trust." In this context, it implies that honesty not only stands as the best policy but also builds or inspires trust among people.
What role does the conjunction ve play in the sentence?
Ve means "and," and it links the two parts of the sentence: the assertion that honesty is always the best policy and the additional idea that it gives trust. This conjunction connects the two related virtues in a single, cohesive statement.
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