Language
Turkish
Level
B2
Unit
Dolaylı anlatım ve yapılar
Practice types
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What this grammar point covers

In Turkish, 'dolaylama yapıları' (periphrastic structures) are ways of expressing a meaning using several words instead of just one. These structures often use auxiliary verbs or noun phrases to describe actions, states, or qualities.

When to use it

Use dolaylama yapıları in Turkish when there is no single verb for a concept, or to sound more formal or descriptive. These are common in academic, official, and written language.

Key forms

Examples

Bu konuyu analiz etmek gerekiyor.

English: It is necessary to analyze this topic.

O, hasta olmak istemiyor.

English: He/she does not want to become ill.

Yeni ürün popüler hale geldi.

English: The new product became popular.

Zor durumda olmak kimseyi mutlu etmez.

English: Being in a difficult situation does not make anyone happy.

Teklifinizi kabul etmek istiyorum.

English: I want to accept your offer.

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