Bedeutung
Strong agreement.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Turkey, silence is often interpreted as disagreement or lack of interest. Using 'Kesinlikle' frequently during a conversation shows that you are an active, empathetic listener. Directness is valued in Turkish business when it comes to commitment. Using 'Kesinlikle' when agreeing to a deadline is seen as a verbal contract of sorts. On Turkish Twitter or Instagram, 'Kesinlikle' is often used as a quote-retweet or a single-word comment to show political or social solidarity. In dramas, 'Kesinlikle' is often delivered with a sharp, downward head nod. It emphasizes the 'cutting' nature of the word's etymology.
The Nod
When you say 'Kesinlikle,' give a single, firm downward nod. This makes you look 10x more like a native speaker.
Don't Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence, you might sound sarcastic or like you aren't really listening.
Bedeutung
Strong agreement.
The Nod
When you say 'Kesinlikle,' give a single, firm downward nod. This makes you look 10x more like a native speaker.
Don't Overuse
If you say it after every single sentence, you might sound sarcastic or like you aren't really listening.
Social Media
Use it as a one-word reply to your Turkish friends' stories to show support without needing to write a long message.
Negatives
Remember that 'Kesinlikle' + 'Hayır' is the strongest 'No' you can give. Use it sparingly!
Teste dich selbst
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate emphatic agreement.
Ayşe: 'Bu akşamki yemek harikaydı, değil mi?' Mehmet: '____! Şef gerçekten çok yetenekli.'
Mehmet is agreeing that the food was great and adding a compliment about the chef, so 'Kesinlikle' (Absolutely) is the only logical choice.
Fill in the blank to make the sentence mean 'I will definitely not go.'
Oraya ____ gitmeyeceğim.
'Kesinlikle' adds the necessary emphasis to the negative verb 'gitmeyeceğim' (I will not go).
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your boss asks if you can finish the project on time. You are 100% sure.
'Kesinlikle bitiririm' shows the confidence and certainty required in a professional setting.
Which sentence uses 'Kesinlikle' in a formal, professional way?
Choose the best option:
This option uses the formal 'görüşlerinize' (to your views) and the full verb 'katılıyorum,' making it suitable for a professional context.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Evet vs. Kesinlikle
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenAyşe: 'Bu akşamki yemek harikaydı, değil mi?' Mehmet: '____! Şef gerçekten çok yetenekli.'
Mehmet is agreeing that the food was great and adding a compliment about the chef, so 'Kesinlikle' (Absolutely) is the only logical choice.
Oraya ____ gitmeyeceğim.
'Kesinlikle' adds the necessary emphasis to the negative verb 'gitmeyeceğim' (I will not go).
Situation: Your boss asks if you can finish the project on time. You are 100% sure.
'Kesinlikle bitiririm' shows the confidence and certainty required in a professional setting.
Choose the best option:
This option uses the formal 'görüşlerinize' (to your views) and the full verb 'katılıyorum,' making it suitable for a professional context.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
12 FragenIt is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
Yes, it is a perfect synonym for 'Exactly' in the context of agreement.
'Kesinlikle' is stronger. 'Tabii ki' is more like 'Of course, naturally.'
You say 'Kesinlikle değil' or 'Kesinlikle hayır.'
No, it sounds strange. Use 'Gerçekten mi?' or 'Emin misin?' instead.
No, it is an adverb and never changes its form.
Because 'Kesin' is the adjective form (certain), and 'Kesinlikle' is the adverb (certainly).
Yes, it shows confidence and is very appropriate.
Yes, 'Aynen' is the most common slang equivalent for agreement.
No, it is a purely secular, linguistic term.
Yes, if you really, really want tea. Otherwise, 'Evet, lütfen' is more standard.
In Turkish, the 'k' in 'Kesinlikle' is relatively soft (palatalized) because it's followed by 'e' and 'i'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Tabii ki
synonymOf course
Aynen
similarExactly
Şüphesiz
specialized formWithout a doubt
Asla
contrastNever
Mutlaka
similarBy all means / Definitely
Haklısın
builds onYou are right
