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համաձայն — meaning in English: according to

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համաձայն
չափեզրկել
պաշտպանել
հիացում
անմեղ
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formal common
Usage
Native speakers use the word 'համաձայն' in a variety of contexts, particularly in formal discussions, legal documents, and academic settings. For example, during a meeting where participants are citing sources or agreements, one might say, 'Համաձայն վերջին ուսումնասիրության,' meaning 'According to the latest study.' It can also be used in everyday conversations when referring to a mutually accepted opinion or decision.
Synonyms & nuances
'Համաձայն' can be compared to 'ստանալու' (meaning 'based on'), but the former implies a stronger sense of agreement or alignment. While 'ստանալու' can be more casual or subjective, 'համաձայն' is often used in contexts that require formality and precision, such as legal and academic discussions.
Culture
The word 'համաձայն' is derived from the root 'համ' meaning 'together' and 'աձայն' meaning 'sound' or 'agreement.' This etymology reflects the Armenian cultural value of consensus and harmony in communication. Historically, it has been used in legal and political documents to establish agreements and treaties, showcasing its importance in Armenian society.
FAQ
Q.How do you use 'համաձայն' in a sentence?
'Համաձայն' is used to introduce a source or authority in a sentence. For example: 'Համաձայն կառավարության հայտարարության, բոլոր քաղաքացիները պետք է հետևեն նոր կանոններին.' (According to the government announcement, all citizens must follow the new regulations.)
Q.Are there any common phrases with 'համաձայն'?
Yes, phrases like 'համաձայն պայմանագրի' (according to the contract) or 'համաձայն տվյալների' (according to the data) are commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to refer to specific agreements or statistics.
Q.Is 'համաձայն' used in everyday conversation?
'Համաձայն' is more commonly found in formal settings, but it can appear in everyday conversations when discussing agreements or shared opinions. In casual speech, you might hear alternative expressions that convey similar meanings.
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