Translation of Turkish word "aptalca" to English
aptalca
/aptaldʒa/
Meaning
AdjectiveAdjective and adverb meaning foolishly, silly, or stupidly. Derived from 'aptal' (stupid) + suffix '-ca'.
How to use
Formed with the adverbial suffix -ca. Means 'in a stupid manner'. Used to criticize actions, not people directly.
🇬🇧 English
stupid
Example
Böyle aptalca bir hata yapmamalıydın.
You shouldn't have made such a foolish mistake.
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Common phrases
- aptalca bir hata— a stupid mistake
- Böyle aptalca bir hata yapmamalıydın.— You shouldn't have made such a foolish mistake.
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The Turkish word "aptalca" means "stupid" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Böyle aptalca bir hata yapmamalıydın." (which translates as "You shouldn't have made such a foolish mistake.").
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