No. 59 in Estonian

ainult

"Only."

In a sentence

Ma tahan ainult sinuga rääkida.
I only want to talk with you.
Here, 'ainult' is used to restrict the subject's desire exclusively to one individual or thing.
Sul on ainult viis minutit aega.
You have only five minutes.
In this sentence, 'ainult' emphasizes the small amount of time available.
See on mõeldud ainult kutsutud külalistele.
This is meant only for invited guests.
Here, 'ainult' limits the applicability or eligibility to a specific group.

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