No. 141 in Polish
jedynie
"Jedynie" means "only" or "solely" in English.
In a sentence
Mam jedynie pięć minut.
I have only five minutes.
Here, 'jedynie' is used to mean 'only', emphasizing the limited amount of time available.
To jest jedynie wstęp do dalszej dyskusji.
This is solely an introduction to the further discussion.
In this case, 'jedynie' emphasizes that the subject serves a singular, limited purpose as an introduction.
Nie chodzi tu jedynie o pieniądze, ale o zasady.
This is not just about money, but about principles.
Here, 'jedynie' is used to signify that the concern extends beyond the immediately mentioned aspect (money).
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