turkish
noun · adjective
Simple meaning
The official language of Turkey, Republic of Cyprus and Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈtɝkɪʃ
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Definition
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noun
The official language of Turkey, Republic of Cyprus (alongside Greek) and Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
A Turkic language spoken by the Turks
adjective
Of, from, or pertaining to Turkey, the Turkish people or the Turkish language.
Of or relating to or characteristic of Turkey or its people or language
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A2 · Elementary (estimated)
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
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This meaning: The official language of Turkey, Republic of Cyprus (alongside Greek) and Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
Used this way, turkish is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It suits considered writing and prepared speech.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Official and authoritative
- Usage feel
- Formal and precise
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