المعنى
Doing what you promised to do.
خلفية ثقافية
In small and medium-sized Turkish businesses (esnaf), a verbal promise is often more respected than a written contract. If you break your word, you may find it impossible to do business in that neighborhood again. Many Turkish folk songs (türkü) deal with lovers who did not keep their word. This is a recurring theme of heartbreak and betrayal. The phrase is closely linked to 'namus' (honor). For many traditional Turks, failing to keep one's word is a direct stain on their family's honor. Promises are often made over tea. The act of drinking tea together seals the 'söz' informally.
The Suffix Rule
Always remember to change the possessive suffix. It's the most common mistake for A2 learners.
Don't be too harsh
Using 'Sözünde durmadın' can be a very strong accusation in Turkish. Use it carefully!
المعنى
Doing what you promised to do.
The Suffix Rule
Always remember to change the possessive suffix. It's the most common mistake for A2 learners.
Don't be too harsh
Using 'Sözünde durmadın' can be a very strong accusation in Turkish. Use it carefully!
Söz Namustur
If you want to sound very Turkish and emphasize your promise, say 'Söz namustur' after you make a commitment.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'sözünde durmak' (Pay attention to the person!).
Ben dürüst biriyim, her zaman ______ ______.
The subject is 'Ben' (I), so 'söz' becomes 'sözümde' and 'durmak' becomes 'dururum'.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct way to say 'They didn't keep their word.'
'Sözlerinde' matches the plural 'Onlar', and 'durmadılar' is the correct negative past tense.
Complete the dialogue.
Ayşe: 'Yarın bana yardım edecektin.' Mehmet: 'Biliyorum, ______ ______.'
Mehmet is speaking about himself, so he must use 'sözümde'.
Match the situation to the phrase.
A politician fulfills his campaign promises.
Fulfilling a promise is 'sözünde durmak'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينBen dürüst biriyim, her zaman ______ ______.
The subject is 'Ben' (I), so 'söz' becomes 'sözümde' and 'durmak' becomes 'dururum'.
Choose the correct way to say 'They didn't keep their word.'
'Sözlerinde' matches the plural 'Onlar', and 'durmadılar' is the correct negative past tense.
Ayşe: 'Yarın bana yardım edecektin.' Mehmet: 'Biliyorum, ______ ______.'
Mehmet is speaking about himself, so he must use 'sözümde'.
A politician fulfills his campaign promises.
Fulfilling a promise is 'sözünde durmak'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, 'sözünü tutmak' is a very common synonym, especially in casual conversation.
The opposite is 'sözünden dönmek' (to go back on one's word).
No, 'söz' can also mean 'word' or 'lyrics' or 'remark,' but in this collocation, it specifically means promise.
You say 'Sözümde duracağım.'
It can be a bit direct. Adding 'lütfen' (please) makes it much softer.
Yes, 'Şirketimiz sözünde durur' is a common marketing phrase.
Because the idiom visualizes the promise as a place you stay in, not just an action you do.
Yes, 'Sözümüz söz' is a common way to say 'My word is my bond' in a cool, casual way.
You should say 'Elimde olmayan nedenlerle sözümde duramadım' (I couldn't keep my word for reasons beyond my control).
عبارات ذات صلة
söz vermek
builds onTo make a promise
sözünü tutmak
synonymTo keep one's word
sözünden dönmek
contrastTo go back on one's word
sözünün eri
specialized formA person of their word
