Bedeutung
To find something appealing or suitable.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Azerbaijan, when someone shows you something they bought, it is polite to ask 'Ürəyinə yatdı?' (Does it appeal to your heart?). It shows you care about their emotional satisfaction, not just the price. In the fast-paced life of Baku, this phrase is often used for quick decisions about cafes or meeting spots. If a place is too noisy, a Bakuvian might say 'Bura ürəyimə yatmadı' to suggest moving elsewhere. Hosts will often use this phrase to ensure their guests are comfortable. They might ask if the room or the food 'lies in the guest's heart' as a way of being a perfect host. Even in business, 'ürəyinə yatmaq' is used to describe a 'gut feeling' about a partner. If a partner isn't sincere, an Azerbaijani businessman might say 'O adam ürəyimə yatmadı' (I didn't take a liking to that man).
Use it for People too!
Don't just use it for objects. If you meet someone and you immediately like their vibe, say 'O adam mənim ürəyimə yatdı'. It's a great way to describe a good first impression.
Watch the Case!
Always remember the '-ə' at the end of 'ürəyimə'. Without it, the sentence is grammatically broken.
Bedeutung
To find something appealing or suitable.
Use it for People too!
Don't just use it for objects. If you meet someone and you immediately like their vibe, say 'O adam mənim ürəyimə yatdı'. It's a great way to describe a good first impression.
Watch the Case!
Always remember the '-ə' at the end of 'ürəyimə'. Without it, the sentence is grammatically broken.
Polite Rejection
If someone offers you something you don't want, saying 'Ürəyimə yatmadı' is softer and more polite than just saying 'I don't like it'.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'ürək' and the verb 'yatmaq'.
Bu yeni maşın mənim _______ _______.
The idiom requires the dative case (-ə) and the past tense verb 'yatdı'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I don't like this plan'?
Plan haqqında nə deyə bilərsən?
The past negative 'yatmadı' is the standard way to express that something failed to appeal to you.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Bu mənzili alaq? B: Yox, çox bahadır, həm də _______.
The speaker is giving reasons NOT to buy the house, so the negative form is needed.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are at a wedding and you see a beautiful dress that you want for yourself.
'Ürəyimə yatdı' expresses that you find the dress appealing.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenBu yeni maşın mənim _______ _______.
The idiom requires the dative case (-ə) and the past tense verb 'yatdı'.
Plan haqqında nə deyə bilərsən?
The past negative 'yatmadı' is the standard way to express that something failed to appeal to you.
A: Bu mənzili alaq? B: Yox, çox bahadır, həm də _______.
The speaker is giving reasons NOT to buy the house, so the negative form is needed.
You are at a wedding and you see a beautiful dress that you want for yourself.
'Ürəyimə yatdı' expresses that you find the dress appealing.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes! It's very common. If a dish is exactly what you wanted, you can say 'Bu yemək mənim ürəyimə yatdı'.
It is neutral. You can use it with your boss, your grandmother, or your best friend.
'Bəyənmək' is a general 'to like'. 'Ürəyinə yatmaq' is more about a personal, emotional fit.
Yes. 'Bu sənin ürəyinə yatacaq' (You will like this/This will appeal to you).
Mostly, but the negative 'yatmadı' is very common to express dissatisfaction.
It's a bit strange. For romantic love, use 'Səni sevirəm'. 'Ürəyimə yatırsan' sounds more like 'I find you suitable/agreeable'.
Because a good choice 'settles' and 'rests' in your heart without causing any more worry or searching.
Yes. 'Bu ayaqqabılar ürəyimə yatdı' (These shoes appealed to me). Note that the verb often stays singular.
Yes, 'qəlb' is another word for heart. It's just a bit more formal/poetic.
Say 'Pek ürəyimə yatmadı' or 'Tam ürəyimə yatmadı'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Xoşuna gəlmək
similarTo like (general)
Bəyənmək
synonymTo approve/like
Ürəyincə olmaq
similarTo be as one wishes
Gözü tutmaq
similarTo catch one's eye
