adj
Common
Turkish
TUR-kihsh
Turkish (adj) means of or relating to Turkey, its people, culture, or language. Example: “They visited a Turkish bath during their trip to Istanbul.”
adj
1
Of or relating to Turkey, its people, culture, or language.
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"They visited a Turkish bath during their trip to Istanbul."
noun
1
The official language of Turkey.
"She has been learning Turkish for two years."
How to use Turkish
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to Turkey or its language.
Common pairings
Turkish coffee
Turkish delight
speak Turkish
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Etymology
Formed from "Turk" plus the adjective suffix "-ish"; a doublet of "turquoise," which comes from the same root via French.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Turkish” mean?
The word “Turkish” means of or relating to Turkey, its people, culture, or language. In plain terms, relating to Turkey or its language.
How do you pronounce “Turkish”?
“Turkish” is pronounced TUR-kihsh (/ˈtɝ.kɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Turkish” in a sentence?
Here is “Turkish” used in a sentence: “They visited a Turkish bath during their trip to Istanbul.”
What part of speech is “Turkish”?
Depending on how it is used, “Turkish” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “Turkish” come from?
The word “Turkish” comes from French. Formed from "Turk" plus the adjective suffix "-ish"; a doublet of "turquoise," which comes from the same root via French.
Is “Turkish” a common word?
“Turkish” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Turkish” have?
“Turkish” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: of or relating to Turkey, its people, culture, or language.
When should 'Turkish' be capitalized?
'Turkish' is always capitalized because it is derived from the proper noun Turkey and refers to the country's people, culture, or language. This rule applies whether it is used as an adjective, as in 'Turkish coffee,' or as the name of the language.
What is the difference between 'Turkish' and 'Turk'?
'Turkish' is an adjective meaning of or relating to Turkey, and also names the language. 'Turk' is a noun referring to a person from Turkey, so you would say 'a Turk speaks Turkish.'
What are common collocations with 'Turkish'?
As an adjective, 'Turkish' pairs with many cultural terms, such as 'Turkish coffee,' 'Turkish delight,' 'Turkish bath,' and 'Turkish language.' These describe things originating from or characteristic of Turkey.
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