vaqtinchalik

Vaqtinchalik is an Uzbek term that means temporary, provisional, or for the time being. It functions as an adjective and an adverb, describing something that is not intended to be permanent. The word is formed from the root vaqt (time) and the suffix -inchalik, which conveys a sense of temporariness or provisional character.

In usage, vaqtinchalik describes statuses, arrangements, or actions that are not permanent. It is common in everyday speech, formal writing, journalism, and administrative language. Examples include vaqtinchalik xodimlar (temporary workers), vaqtinchalik mehnat shartnomasi (temporary employment contract), and Bu qaror vaqtinchalik qabul qilindi (This decision was adopted temporarily). It can modify a noun or be used with verbs to indicate temporary action, such as Qurilish vaqtinchalik to'xtatildi (the construction was temporarily halted).

In broader contexts, vaqtinchalik often appears in discussions of policy, organizational changes, settlements during transitions, or interim governance. The term emphasizes that a condition or measure is not permanent and is expected to change or be replaced in the future.

Related nuances include distinguishing between temporary and permanent arrangements in documentation and planning. Vaqtinchalik provides a concise way to signal openness to future modification while outlining current, non-permanent conditions.