still

Translation

still

Definition

The word 'still' has multiple functions in English. As an adverb, it means up to and including the present or the time mentioned; even now or then. It can also indicate that a situation or action is continuing. As an adjective, it means not moving or making a sound; calm and quiet. Additionally, it can be a noun referring to a photograph or a single shot from a film, or a device for distilling liquids. As a verb, it means to make or become still; to quieten.

Example

• “It was raining yesterday, and it is still raining today.”

  Dün yağmur yağıyordu ve bugün hala yağıyor.

• “Please stand still while I take your photograph.”

  Lütfen fotoğrafınızı çekerken hareketsiz durun.

• “The lake was perfectly still in the morning light.”

  Göl, sabah ışığında tamamen durgundu.

• “A single still from the film became an iconic image.”

  Filmden tek bir fotoğraf karesi ikonik bir görüntü haline geldi.

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