Translation of Turkish word "geri" to English
geri
/geɾi/
Meaning
AdverbAdverb and noun meaning 'back / backwards / rear / return'.
How to use
Noun and adverb. As a verb prefix-like element it forms lexical pairs: geri vermek (give back), geri gelmek (come back).
🇬🇧 English
back / backwards / rear
Example
Lütfen bir adım geri çekilin.
Please take a step back.
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Common phrases
- geri dönmek— to return / come back
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What does the Turkish word "geri" mean?▼
The Turkish word "geri" means "back / backwards / rear" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Lütfen bir adım geri çekilin." (which translates as "Please take a step back.").
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