Translation of Turkish word "yer" to English
yer
/jeɾ/
Meaning
NounA place, spot, or area; a location or position; the ground or floor.
How to use
'Yer' means 'place', 'ground', or 'space'. Takes standard noun case suffixes and can form possessive noun compounds with the -(s)i suffix.
🇬🇧 English
place
Example
Şehir merkezinde araba park edecek yer bulamadık.
We couldn't find a place to park the car in the city center.
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Common phrases
- yer kaplamak— to occupy physical space
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What does the Turkish word "yer" mean?▼
The Turkish word "yer" means "place" in English.
How do you pronounce the Turkish word "yer"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Şehir merkezinde araba park edecek yer bulamadık." (which translates as "We couldn't find a place to park the car in the city center.").
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