kalmak
verb
Pronunciation: /kahl-MAK/
English Meaning
to stay, to remain
“kalmak” in Example Sentences
Bende biraz para kaldı.
I have some money left (Lit: Some money remained at me).
Hangi otelde kalıyorsunuz?
Which hotel are you staying at?
Bu akşam evde kalacağım.
I'm going to stay home tonight.
Key Forms
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| kalıyorum | I am staying |
| kaldım | I stayed |
Usage Note
'Kaldı' also means 'is left': 'İki gün kaldı' (Two days left).
Word Origin & Etymology
Old Turkic 'kal-mak'.
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