No. 1,965 in Turkish
olalım
"Olalım" means "Let us be" in English.
In a sentence
Arkadaşça konuşarak sorunları çözmüş olalım.
Let us solve the issues by talking friendly.
In this sentence, 'olalım' is used in a suggestion or inclusive action context, meaning 'let us' as a way to propose a joint solution or action.
Onların takımına destek olmuş olalım.
Let us have supported their team.
Here, 'olalım' indicates a past hypothetical or proposed completed action, suggesting 'let us have done something.'
Birlikte yemek yaparak boş zamanımızı değerlendirmiş olalım.
Let us utilize our free time by cooking together.
This usage of 'olalım' refers to a collaborative intent or activity where the action is meant to result in a beneficial outcome.
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