zar zor /zˈarzˈɔr/ · adverb · CEFR B2. Turkish translation of "barely".

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Source term
barely
Translation
zar zor
CEFR Level
B2
Part of speech
adverb
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This adverb is shown in its dictionary form.

Dictionary form zar zor
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + helper/modal + zar zor
Examples
Konuşmasını zar zor bitirmişti ki alkış salonu doldurdu.
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Example Sentences

Konuşmasını zar zor bitirmişti ki alkış salonu doldurdu.

English: She had barely finished her speech when applause filled the room.

B2 · Accuracy And Certainty

Aylık kira ödemelerini zar zor karşılayacak kadar kazanıyor.

English: He barely earns enough to cover his monthly rent payments.

B2 · Accuracy And Certainty

Yüksek müzik yüzünden onun sesini zar zor duyabildim.

English: I could barely hear her voice over the loud music.

B2 · Accuracy And Certainty

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