Translation of Turkish word "yavaş" to English
yavaş
/javaʃ/
Meaning
AdjectiveTaking a long time to move or go a short distance, or to perform an action; not quick in motion; proceeding at a low speed.
How to use
Adjective/adverb for slow or slowly. Placed directly before the modified noun without changing for gender or number.
🇬🇧 English
slow
Example
İşinde yavaştır.
He is slow at work.
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- İşinde yavaştır.— He is slow at work.
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What does the Turkish word "yavaş" mean?▼
The Turkish word "yavaş" means "slow" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "İşinde yavaştır." (which translates as "He is slow at work.").
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