What does "tartışma" mean in Turkish?
"tartışma" is the Turkish word for "controversy".
tartışma /tartˈɯʃma/ · noun · CEFR B2. Turkish translation of "controversy".
See also: Translation page (English → Turkish)
Translation and Meaning
- Word: tartışma
- Language: Turkish
- Meaning: controversy
- IPA: /tartˈɯʃma/
- CEFR Level: B2
- Part of speech: noun
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Example Sentences
- Yeni sağlık politikası hakkında büyük bir tartışma var. English: There is a big debate about the new health policy.
- Genetik olarak değiştirilmiş gıdaların kullanımı konusunda çok fazla tartışma yaşanıyor. English: There is a lot of debate about the use of genetically modified foods.
- Bilim insanı, alışılmadık bulgularını yayınladıktan sonra tartışmaların odağında oldu. English: The scientist became the focus of debates after publishing unusual findings.
When and How to Use "tartışma"
Use "tartışma" when you want to talk about "controversy" in Turkish. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B2 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 "tartışma"?
"tartışma" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Turkish vocabulary content.
What part of speech is "tartışma"?
"tartışma" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.
Can you show "tartışma" in a sentence?
Yeni sağlık politikası hakkında büyük bir tartışma var.
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