meydan okuma /mɛjdˈanokˈuma/ · noun · CEFR B2. Turkish translation of "challenge".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: meydan okuma
  • Language: Turkish
  • Meaning: challenge
  • IPA: /mɛjdˈanokˈuma/
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of meydan okuma (Turkish)

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Example Sentences

  • Yeni proje ekip için gerçek bir meydan okuma oluşturuyor. English: The new project is a real challenge for the team.
  • Şirketin satışlarını artırma meydan okumasını kabul etti. English: They accepted the challenge to increase the company's sales.
  • Meydan okumalarla yüzleşmek bize büyümemize ve öğrenmemize yardımcı olur. English: Facing challenges helps us grow and learn.

When and How to Use "meydan okuma"

Use "meydan okuma" when you want to talk about "challenge" 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 does "meydan okuma" mean in Turkish?

"meydan okuma" is the Turkish word for "challenge".

What CEFR level is "meydan okuma"?

"meydan okuma" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Turkish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "meydan okuma"?

"meydan okuma" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "meydan okuma" in a sentence?

Yeni proje ekip için gerçek bir meydan okuma oluşturuyor.

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