Turk
What is another word for Turk? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A member of the Turkic-speaking peoples, or specifically an ethnic Turk from Anatolia.
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Etymology
From Old French Turc, ultimately from Old Turkic tü rk via Persian and Byzantine Greek.
Full origin of Turk →Frequently asked questions
What does “Turk” mean?
The word “Turk” means a member of the Turkic-speaking peoples, or specifically an ethnic Turk from Anatolia. In plain terms, a person from Turkey or of Turkish ethnic background.
How do you pronounce “Turk”?
“Turk” is pronounced turk (/tɝk/ in IPA).
How do you use “Turk” in a sentence?
Here is “Turk” used in a sentence: “His grandmother was a Turk who emigrated from Istanbul in the 1960s.”
What part of speech is “Turk”?
“Turk” is a noun.
Where does the word “Turk” come from?
The word “Turk” comes from Old French. From Old French Turc, ultimately from Old Turkic tü rk via Persian and Byzantine Greek.
Is “Turk” a common word?
“Turk” is an uncommon word in modern English.
