Turkish
|Tur/kish|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈtɜːrkɪʃ/
🇬🇧
/ˈtɜːkɪʃ/
Relating to Turkey
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Turkish' originates from the word 'Turk,' which refers to the people of Turkey.
Historical Evolution
'Turk' evolved from the Old Turkic word 'Türük,' referring to the ancient Turkic people.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the people of Turkey, and it has retained this meaning while also referring to the language and culture.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the language spoken in Turkey.
He is learning Turkish.
Adjective 1
relating to Turkey, its people, or its language.
She enjoys Turkish cuisine.
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Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/30 16:53