Translation of Turkish word "sıkı" to English
sıkı
/sɯkɯ/
Meaning
AdjectiveAdjective meaning 'tight / strict / firm / closely fastened'.
How to use
Tight or strict. Physical or rules.
🇬🇧 English
tight / strict / firm
Example
Kışın soğuk günlerinde sıkı giyinmek gerekir.
One needs to dress warmly on cold winter days.
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Common phrases
- sıkı tut— hold tightly
- sıkı çalışmak— to work hard / diligently
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What does the Turkish word "sıkı" mean?▼
The Turkish word "sıkı" means "tight / strict / firm" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Kışın soğuk günlerinde sıkı giyinmek gerekir." (which translates as "One needs to dress warmly on cold winter days.").
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