This is the 3149th most frequent Turkish word.
dostum
"My friend" or "buddy."
Here, 'dostum' is used to address the listener in a friendly manner.
Dostum, dün seni parkta gördüm.
My friend, I saw you in the park yesterday.
'Dostum' refers to a close friend who provides emotional support.
Dostum olmadan bu zor günleri atlatamazdım.
I couldn't have overcome these hard days without my friend.
'Dostum' is the possessor of the item being spoken about, indicating the recipient of the gift.