amin
/amin/from spelling rules
The Turkish word for "amen" is amin.
amin is an expression used to signify strong agreement.
Meaning: expression of strong agreement (intj)
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /amin/. The /m/ sound is like the [m] in "much", the /i/ sound is like the [ee] in "creek" and the /n/ sound is like the [n] in "not".
When do people say it?
amin is a common word used in religious contexts by Turkish Muslims.
Did you know?
- The word amin is often used rhythmically in Sufi music and dhikr ceremonies to create a meditative, trance-like state.
- The word amin is an adaptation of the Arabic word for 'so be it', which entered Turkish through the influence of the Quran.
- In some social contexts, saying amin after a compliment that sounds like a prayer for success is considered a polite way to accept the good omen.
Examples in context
- Amin.Amen.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use amin.Tatoeba #13498828 by vowelharmony, translation #10056884 by espamatics
- Amin, dualarımız kabul olsun.Amen, may our prayers be accepted.
- Amin, her şey gönlünce olsun.Amen, may everything be as you wish.
Example conversation
Emre and Elif are finishing a prayer together.
- EmreAllah şifa versin.May God grant healing.
- ElifAmin, çok sağ ol.Amen, thank you very much.
- EmreHayırlı haberler alalım inşallah.I hope we receive good news.
- ElifAmin, inşallah.Amen, I hope so.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “amen” translations and entries amin, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Turkish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries amin, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
