Meze

nounTop 2000

/meh-ZEH/

English Meaning

Appetizer

“Meze” in Example Sentences

Birkaç çeşit meze alalım.
Let's get a few types of appetizers.
Rakının yanında meze olmazsa olmaz.
Meze is a must with rakı.
Haydari ve patlıcan salatası en sevdiğim mezeler.
Haydari and aubergine salad are my favourite mezes.

Common Forms & Phrases

Turkish	English
mezeler	mezes
mezeyi	the meze (object)

Commonly Used With (Collocations)

Meze tabağıSoğuk mezeler

Grammar & Usage

Refers to small dishes served before the main meal, very common in Turkish culture.

Word Origin & Etymology

From Persian 'maze' (taste/snack).

Cultural Context

Meze culture is a huge part of dining in Turkey. It involves sharing many small cold and hot dishes over hours of lively conversation with family and friends.

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