korkmak
verb
Pronunciation: /kork-MAK/
English Meaning
to be afraid, to fear
“korkmak” in Example Sentences
Karanlıktan korkuyorum.
I am afraid of the dark.
Köpeklerden korkar mısın?
Are you afraid of dogs?
Korkma, bir şey olmaz.
Don't be afraid — nothing will happen.
Key Forms
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| korkuyorum | I am afraid |
| korktum | I got scared |
Grammar & Usage
Takes the ablative case (e.g., köpek-ten korkmak = to be afraid of dogs).
Word Origin & Etymology
Old Turkic 'kork-mak'.
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