bırakmak
verb
Pronunciation: /buh-rahk-MAK/
English Meaning
to leave, to quit
“bırakmak” in Example Sentences
Çantamı arabada bıraktım.
I left my bag in the car.
Sigarayı bıraktım.
I quit smoking.
Beni yalnız bırak!
Leave me alone!
Key Forms
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| bırakıyorum | I am leaving / quitting |
| bıraktım | I left / quit |
Usage Note
Also 'to drop someone off': 'Seni istasyona bırakayım' (Let me drop you at the station).
Word Origin & Etymology
A native Turkic word.
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