karşı çıkmak /karʃˈɯtʃɯkmˈak/ · verb · CEFR B2. Turkish translation of "oppose".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: karşı çıkmak
  • Language: Turkish
  • Meaning: oppose
  • IPA: /karʃˈɯtʃɯkmˈak/
  • CEFR Level: B2
  • Part of speech: verb
  • Topic: Turkish Yargı ve Uzlaşma
  • Image:Photo of karşı çıkmak (Turkish)

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Example Sentences

  • Vatandaşlar yeni inşaat planına şiddetle karşı çıktılar geçen pazartesi günü mitingde. English: Citizens strongly opposed the new construction plan at a rally last Monday.
  • Eğer bu karara karşı çıkarsan birçok kişi seni destekleyecektir hiç şüphesiz. English: If you oppose this decision, many people will support you, without a doubt.
  • Sendikalar yeni yasaya karşı çıkarak büyük bir miting düzenlemişlerdi geçen yıl. English: The unions held a large rally last year opposing the new law.

When and How to Use "karşı çıkmak"

Use "karşı çıkmak" when you want to talk about "oppose" in Turkish. It functions as "verb". In SmartWords it is linked to the Turkish Yargı ve Uzlaşma topic. 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 "karşı çıkmak" mean in Turkish?

"karşı çıkmak" is the Turkish word for "oppose".

What CEFR level is "karşı çıkmak"?

"karşı çıkmak" is tagged at CEFR B2 in SmartWords Turkish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "karşı çıkmak"?

"karşı çıkmak" is tagged as a verb in SmartWords.

Can you show "karşı çıkmak" in a sentence?

Vatandaşlar yeni inşaat planına şiddetle karşı çıktılar geçen pazartesi günü mitingde.

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