katılmak
verb
Pronunciation: /ka-tuhl-MAK/
English Meaning
to join, to participate
“katılmak” in Example Sentences
Toplantıya ben de katılacağım.
I will also attend the meeting.
Size tamamen katılıyorum.
I completely agree with you.
Yarışmaya yüzden fazla kişi katıldı.
More than a hundred people took part in the competition.
Key Forms
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| katılıyorum | I join / I agree |
| katıldım | I joined / took part |
Usage Note
'Katılıyorum' is the standard way to say 'I agree' in a discussion. Takes the dative: 'toplantıya katılmak'.
Word Origin & Etymology
From 'kat-' (to add) + passive/reflexive '-ıl'.
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