ondan ibarətdir ki

Explanatory Content Frame

Level 6

The pattern ondan ibarətdir ki is a high-level syntactic bridge used in formal Azerbaijani to explain exactly what an abstract subject (like a goal, problem, or difference) consists of. It translates to 'is that' or 'lies in the fact that'.

How It Works

The phrase ondan ibarətdir ki is a staple of academic, legal, and professional Azerbaijani. While a simple -dır identifies a subject, this frame signals that the following information defines the entirety or the core essence of that subject. It is typically preceded by abstract nouns such as Məqsəd (Goal), Məsələ (Matter/Issue), Fərq (Difference), Səbəb (Reason), or Mahiyyət (Essence).

Structure:
[Abstract Subject] + ondan ibarətdir ki + [Explanatory Clause]

Key Components:

  • Ondan: The word ibarət always requires the ablative case (-dan/-dən).
  • İbarət: Means 'consisting of'. While ibarət alone typically describes physical components, the addition of the ki conjunction transforms the phrase into a logical frame that introduces a fact or definition.
  • Ki: This conjunction links the frame to the subordinate clause.

Grammar Nuance:
The verb mood in the following clause depends on the subject's nature. If expressing a goal or requirement (e.g., with Məqsəd), the verb often takes the optative/subjunctive forms. If stating a fact or result, the indicative is used.

This pattern is formal. In casual speech, speakers might use odur ki; while odur ki often means 'therefore', it can also serve as a simpler 'is that' frame, though ondan ibarətdir ki remains the formal standard for defining the essence of a topic.

Examples (4)

  1. Əsas problem ondan ibarətdir ki, vaxtımız çox azdır.

    The main problem is that [consists in the fact that] our time is very limited.

    Word by Word: Main problem from-that consisting-is that, time-our very little-is.

    Here, the pattern defines the 'problem' by introducing the specific fact that time is short.

  2. Tədqiqatın məqsədi ondan ibarətdir ki, yeni metodlar hazırlansın.

    The purpose of the research is that new methods be developed.

    Word by Word: Research-of purpose-its from-that consisting-is that, new methods be-prepared.

    Commonly used in academic writing to state the objective of a study.

  3. Fərq ondan ibarətdir ki, bu sistem daha sürətlə işləyir.

    The difference lies in the fact that this system works faster.

    Word by Word: Difference from-that consisting-is that, this system more speed-with works.

    Used to highlight the defining characteristic that distinguishes two things.

  4. Məsələnin mahiyyəti ondan ibarətdir ki, tərəflər razılığa gələ bilmirlər.

    The essence of the matter is that the parties cannot reach an agreement.

    Word by Word: Matter-of essence-its from-that consisting-is that, parties agreement-to come cannot-they.

    A formal way to summarize the core of a complex situation or dispute.

Common Mistakes

  • Using the wrong case with 'ibarət'.

    Məqsədim ona ibarətdir ki...
    Məqsədim ondan ibarətdir ki...

    The word 'ibarət' (consisting of) strictly governs the ablative case (-dan/-dən). Using the dative case (ona) is ungrammatical.

  • Confusing 'ondan ibarətdir ki' with 'odur ki'.

    Hava soyuqdur, ondan ibarətdir ki evdə qaldıq.
    Hava soyuqdur, odur ki evdə qaldıq.

    'Odur ki' means 'therefore' or 'that is why'. 'Ondan ibarətdir ki' is a definition frame and cannot be used to show a simple cause-effect result.

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ondan ibarətdir kiLevel 6Explanatory Content Frame

Learn This First

To understand 'ondan ibarətdir ki', you need to be familiar with how Azerbaijani uses the 'ki' particle to introduce complement clauses. Additionally, you must recognize the ablative case (-dan) used on the demonstrative pronoun 'o' (forming 'ondan') and the use of the assertive copula (-dır) to define the subject.

Words in This Pattern

ibarətondanki