No. 61 in Marathi
फक
The Marathi word "फक" generally means "chaff" or "husk."
In a sentence
त्याने फक शांत राहण्याचा सल्ला दिला.
He simply advised to stay calm.
Here, 'फक' (simply) is used to emphasize straightforwardness or simplicity in the action being advised.
ते फक एक विनोद केले होते.
That was just a joke.
In this context, 'फक' (just) highlights that the statement was not serious and had no other intention than humor.
फक चार लोक त्या कार्यक्रमाला आले.
Only four people attended the event.
Here, 'फक' (only) is used to indicate a small quantity or a limiting action.
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