Translation of Turkish word "kes" to English
kes
/kes/
How to use
Imperative of 'kesmek' (to cut). In slang, it means 'shut up' or 'stop it'. Frequently used in daily conversational Turkish to build natural sentence structures.
🇬🇧 English
cut
Example
Kılıcıyla güzel bir kesim yaptı.
He made a fine cut with his sword.
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Common phrases
- sesini kes— shut up
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Frequency rank: #303 in Turkish
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Turkish word "kes" mean?▼
The Turkish word "kes" means "cut" in English.
How do you pronounce the Turkish word "kes"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "kes"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Kılıcıyla güzel bir kesim yaptı." (which translates as "He made a fine cut with his sword.").
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