Translation of Turkish word "geç" to English
geç
/getʃ/
Meaning
NounA shift (scheduled work period) that takes place late in the day or at night.
How to use
Can be an adjective/adverb (late) or the imperative of 'geçmek' (to pass). Takes standard noun case suffixes and can form possessive noun compounds with the -(s)i suffix.
🇬🇧 English
late
Example
Toplantıya geç geldim.
I arrived late for the meeting.
Havaalanına geç varmam gerekiyor.
I have to arrive late at the airport.
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Common phrases
- Toplantıya geç geldim.— I arrived late for the meeting.
- Havaalanına geç varmam gerekiyor.— I have to arrive late at the airport.
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Frequency rank: #260 in Turkish
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What does the Turkish word "geç" mean?▼
The Turkish word "geç" means "late" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Toplantıya geç geldim." (which translates as "I arrived late for the meeting.").
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