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Turkish

Pronunciation: [ˈtɜrkɪʃ]

Word

Learn how to use Turkish in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “nationality”

(adjective) related to the country of Turkey or its people. If something is Turkish, it has to do with Turkey, like its culture, food, or language.

Example

My friend loves Turkish food, especially kebabs and baklava.

Example

They didn't enjoy the Turkish dance performance at the festival.

Example

What is your favorite Turkish dish?

Context: “language”

(noun) the language spoken by the people in Turkey. Turkish is the main way people communicate in Turkey.

Example

She is learning Turkish because she wants to visit Istanbul.

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He doesn't speak Turkish very well, so he has a hard time understanding local people.

Example

Can you speak Turkish fluently?

Context: “people”

(noun) a person from Turkey. If someone is Turkish, they were born in Turkey or their family is from there.

Example

The Turkish welcomed us with warm smiles and delicious food.

Example

He is not Turkish; he is actually from Greece.

Example

Do you have any Turkish friends?

How to pronounce Turkish

Pronunciation: [ˈtɜrkɪʃ]

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