Masa
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Pronunciation: /MA-sa/
English Meaning
Table
“Masa” in Example Sentences
Kitap masanın üzerinde.
The book is on the table.
Masayı kurar mısın? Misafirler geliyor.
Could you set the table? The guests are coming.
Pencere kenarında bir masa alabilir miyiz?
Can we have a table by the window?
Common Forms & Phrases
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| masayı | the table (object) |
| masada | at / on the table |
| masaya | to / onto the table |
| masam | my table / desk |
Usage Note
A table laid with a meal is often called 'sofra': 'Sofraya buyurun!' (Please come to the table!).
Commonly Used With (Collocations)
Masa kurmakYemek masasıÇalışma masası
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Italian (Venetian) 'mesa', from Latin 'mensa' (table).
Cultural Context
The 'masa' (table) is central to Turkish culture. Long dinners filled with conversation, known as 'sohbet', are a staple of family and social life.
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