What does "başvurmak" mean in Turkish?
"başvurmak" is the Turkish word for "apply".
başvurmak /baʃvʊrmˈak/ · verb · CEFR B1. Turkish translation of "apply".
See also: Translation page (English → Turkish)
Translation and Meaning
- Word: başvurmak
- Language: Turkish
- Meaning: apply
- IPA: /baʃvʊrmˈak/
- CEFR Level: B1
- Part of speech: verb
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Example Sentences
- İşe cuma gününden önce başvurmalısın. English: You should apply for the job before Friday.
- Lütfen kremi etkilenen bölgeye sür. English: Please apply the cream to the affected area.
- Sınıfta öğrendiklerini projesine uygulamaya karar verdi. English: They decided to apply what they learned in class to their project.
When and How to Use "başvurmak"
Use "başvurmak" when you want to talk about "apply" in Turkish. It functions as "verb". Because it appears in B1 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 "başvurmak"?
"başvurmak" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords Turkish vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "başvurmak"?
"başvurmak" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.
Can you show "başvurmak" in a sentence?
İşe cuma gününden önce başvurmalısın.
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