Evdeydim

Evdeydim is a Turkish phrase that translates to "I was at home" in English. It is a simple declarative sentence indicating the speaker's location in the past. The phrase is formed by combining the noun "ev" (home) with the past tense suffix "-deydim" which signifies "was in" for the first person singular.

This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe past actions or situations that occurred while the speaker was at their residence. For example, someone might say "Dün akşam evdeydim" which means "Last night I was at home." It can also be used to explain why a person was unavailable or did not participate in an activity, such as "Seni aradım ama evdeydim, duymadım" meaning "I called you but I was at home, I didn't hear."

The grammatical structure of Evdeydim is straightforward in Turkish, making it a fundamental phrase for learners. The possessive suffix for "my" is implied within the "-deydim" structure when referring to one's own home. Variations of this phrase exist for different persons and tenses, but "Evdeydim" specifically refers to the speaker's past presence at home. Its usage is widespread across all regions of Turkey and in Turkish-speaking communities globally.