This is the 111th most frequent Estonian word.
samas
The Estonian word "samas" means "at the same time," "however," or "in the same place," depending on the context.
Here, 'samas' emphasizes a dual or contrasting attribute of the subject.
See koht on hubane, samas ka kaasaegne.
This place is cozy, yet also modern.
Here, 'samas' is used as a conjunction to indicate contrast between two statements.
Ma elan linnas, samas meeldib mulle looduses käia.
I live in the city, yet I like to spend time in nature.
In this sentence, 'samas' functions as an adverb to specify simultaneity of actions.