Translation of Turkish word "the" to English
the
/the/
Meaning
ArticleThe English definite article. Turkish has no articles: definiteness is shown by the accusative suffix -ı/-i instead, as in kapıyı açtım — I opened the door.
How to use
English definite article, sometimes used jokingly.
🇬🇧 English
the (English definite article)
Example
Köpeği görüyorum.
I see the dog.
Kedi siyahtır.
The cat is black.
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- Köpeği görüyorum.— I see the dog.
- Kedi siyahtır.— The cat is black.
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What does the Turkish word "the" mean?▼
The Turkish word "the" means "the (English definite article)" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Köpeği görüyorum." (which translates as "I see the dog.").
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