Kitap
nounTop 500
/kee-TAP/
English Meaning
Book
Example Sentence in Context
“Bu kitap çok ilginç.”
“This book is very interesting.”
Grammar & Usage
Undergoes consonant mutation when a vowel suffix is added: Kitap -> Kitabı (The book).
Word Origin & Etymology
From Arabic 'kitāb' (book), rooted in 'k-t-b' meaning 'to write'.
Cultural Context
Turkey has a strong culture of literature and poetry. Giving a book as a gift is considered highly thoughtful.
Common Idioms & Phrases
“Kitap gibi”
“Like a book (used to describe someone who speaks perfectly or is very organized)”
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