What does "yaşlı" mean in Turkish?
"yaşlı" is the Turkish word for "old".
yaşlı /jaʃɫˈɯ/ · adjective · CEFR A0. Turkish translation of "old".
See also: Translation page (English → Turkish) · Topic: Turkish Yaş ve Yaşlanma
Translation and Meaning
- Word: yaşlı
- Language: Turkish
- Meaning: old
- IPA: /jaʃɫˈɯ/
- CEFR Level: A0
- Part of speech: adjective
- Topic: Turkish Yaş ve Yaşlanma
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Example Sentences
- Dedem çok yaşlı. English: My grandfather is very old.
- Yaşlı bir kadın parkta oturuyor. English: An old woman is sitting in the park.
- Bu adam yaşlı değil. English: This man is not old.
When and How to Use "yaşlı"
Use "yaşlı" when you want to talk about "old" in Turkish. It functions as "adjective". In SmartWords it is linked to the Turkish Yaş ve Yaşlanma topic. Because it appears in A0 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Turkish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.
Frequently asked questions
What CEFR level is "yaşlı"?
"yaşlı" is tagged at CEFR A0 in SmartWords Turkish vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "yaşlı"?
"yaşlı" is tagged as a adjective in SmartWords.
Can you show "yaşlı" in a sentence?
Dedem çok yaşlı.
Lessons featuring "yaşlı"
More words in this topic: Turkish Yaş ve Yaşlanma
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