birlikte

Birlikte is a Turkish adverb meaning “together,” “in concert,” or “jointly.” It denotes actions performed in cooperation or under a shared frame rather than by an individual alone. The word derives from birlik (unity, togetherness) plus the locative suffix -te, yielding a form that modifies verbs and expresses collaborative or synchronous action.

Usage of birlikte typically accompanies the verb it modifies: “İkisi birlikte çalıştı” means the two worked together. It can express simultaneity as well: “Kuşlar birlikte uçtu” (the birds flew together). Birlikte appears in phrases such as “hep birlikte” (all together) and in expressions like “birlikte hareket etmek” or “birlikte başarmak,” which emphasize cooperative effort. It can also indicate a state of being with others when paired with forms of “olmak,” as in “birlikte olmak” (to be together).

In terms of nuance, birlikte and beraber are closely related, but beraber often stresses being in the company of others, while birlikte tends to emphasize joint action or unity in performing a task. In everyday Turkish, birlikte is widely used in both spoken and written language to convey mutual participation, shared activity, and simultaneity.