المعنى
Not at any time.
خلفية ثقافية
While 'asla' is strong, in hospitality, it's often softened with 'teşekkür ederim' to avoid sounding rude when refusing food or drink. The word 'asla' is a favorite in 'Arabesk' and Pop music to express eternal love or eternal heartbreak. In Turkish business, 'asla' is used to define red lines in negotiations, showing that a point is non-negotiable. Turkish parents use 'asla' to set strict moral rules for children, often followed by a reason.
The Negative Verb Rule
Always check your verb! If it's not negative, your 'asla' is lonely and incorrect.
Don't be too dramatic
Using 'asla' for small things like 'I never drink coffee in the afternoon' can sound like a life-altering decision. Use 'hiç' for lighter topics.
المعنى
Not at any time.
The Negative Verb Rule
Always check your verb! If it's not negative, your 'asla' is lonely and incorrect.
Don't be too dramatic
Using 'asla' for small things like 'I never drink coffee in the afternoon' can sound like a life-altering decision. Use 'hiç' for lighter topics.
Standalone Asla
If someone asks you a 'Yes/No' question and you want to say 'Never!' emphatically, you can just say 'Asla!' by itself.
Softening the Blow
In Turkey, a hard 'asla' can end a conversation. If you want to keep things friendly, add a reason or a smile.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'gitmek' (to go).
Ben o restorana asla ________. (I never go to that restaurant.)
Since 'asla' is used for a general habit, the negative aorist (-mam) is required.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct Turkish translation for 'I will never forget you.'
'Asla' requires a negative verb, and 'forget you' in the future is 'unutmayacağım'.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Someone offers you a cigarette, but you are a non-smoker.
This is a polite and firm way to state a permanent habit.
Complete the dialogue.
Ayşe: Bu sırrı kimseye söyleme. Mehmet: Merak etme, ________.
Mehmet is making a promise about the future, so 'asla söylemeyeceğim' is the most appropriate.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينBen o restorana asla ________. (I never go to that restaurant.)
Since 'asla' is used for a general habit, the negative aorist (-mam) is required.
Select the correct Turkish translation for 'I will never forget you.'
'Asla' requires a negative verb, and 'forget you' in the future is 'unutmayacağım'.
Situation: Someone offers you a cigarette, but you are a non-smoker.
This is a polite and firm way to state a permanent habit.
Ayşe: Bu sırrı kimseye söyleme. Mehmet: Merak etme, ________.
Mehmet is making a promise about the future, so 'asla söylemeyeceğim' is the most appropriate.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةNo, in Turkish, 'asla' must always be paired with a negative verb form to be grammatically correct.
'Asla' is stronger and means 'never'. 'Hiç' can mean 'ever' (in questions) or 'at all' (in negative statements).
It is neutral. It can be used in both very formal and very informal contexts.
Yes, e.g., 'Asla gitmedim' (I never went).
You can say 'asla ama asla' or 'asla ve kat'a'.
No, it usually comes right before the verb, but can be moved to the start for emphasis.
Yes, they are synonyms, but 'asla' is generally more emphatic.
Yes, as a standalone exclamation, it works similarly to 'No way!' or 'Never!'.
They share the same Arabic root 'asl', meaning 'root' or 'origin'.
Constantly! It's one of the most common words in love songs to express eternal commitment.
Yes, it's great for stating your professional principles and habits.
The opposite is 'her zaman' (always).
عبارات ذات صلة
Hiçbir zaman
synonymAt no time
Katiyen
synonymCategorically / Absolutely not
Asla ve kat'a
specialized formNever and absolutely never
Hiç
similarEver / At all / Never
Ebediyen
similarEternally
Asla vazgeçme
builds onNever give up
