lakin

lakin

"However" or "but."

Here, 'lakin' is used as a conjunctive word equivalent to 'but', introducing a contrasting statement.

Bugün çok çalıştım, lakin istediğim sonucu alamadım.

I worked hard today, but I couldn't achieve the desired result.

In this sentence, 'lakin' serves to highlight a contrast between two situations: the crowd's excitement versus someone's calm demeanor.

Herkes çok heyecanlıydı, lakin o tamamen sakindi.

Everyone was very excited, but he was completely calm.

'Lakin' links two clauses with a concession or contrast between achieving a goal and the temporary nature of happiness.

İstediği şeye ulaştı, lakin mutluluğu kısa sürdü.

He achieved what he wanted, but his happiness was short-lived.