köpek balığı /kœpˈɛkbaɫɯɯˈɯ/ · noun · CEFR B1. Turkish translation of "shark".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: köpek balığı
  • Language: Turkish
  • Meaning: shark
  • IPA: /kœpˈɛkbaɫɯɯˈɯ/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of köpek balığı (Turkish)

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Example Sentences

  • Köpek balığı kıyıya yakın yüzüyordu. English: The shark was swimming close to the shore.
  • Şnorkelle yüzerken bir köpek balığı gördük. English: We saw a shark while snorkeling.
  • Köpek balıklarının keskin dişleri vardır. English: Sharks have sharp teeth.

When and How to Use "köpek balığı"

Use "köpek balığı" when you want to talk about "shark" in Turkish. It functions as "noun". 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 does "köpek balığı" mean in Turkish?

"köpek balığı" is the Turkish word for "shark".

What CEFR level is "köpek balığı"?

"köpek balığı" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords Turkish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "köpek balığı"?

"köpek balığı" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "köpek balığı" in a sentence?

Köpek balığı kıyıya yakın yüzüyordu.

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