Significado
To hinder someone's progress or disturb their work.
Contexto cultural
The phrase is deeply tied to the city of Sinop, where Diogenes was born. There is even a statue of him there holding a lantern. Turks value 'imece' (collective work), but 'gölge etmek' is a warning against 'micromanagement' which is often disliked. The word 'ihsan' (favor) in the full idiom is an Ottoman-era word, giving the phrase a classical, dignified feel. The idiom is frequently used in song lyrics to tell an ex-lover to stop interfering with one's new life.
Use it for 'Backseat' drivers
If someone is telling you how to drive while you are driving, 'gölge etme' is a perfect (if slightly rude) response.
Tone matters
Saying this with a smile makes it a joke; saying it with a flat face makes it a serious boundary.
Significado
To hinder someone's progress or disturb their work.
Use it for 'Backseat' drivers
If someone is telling you how to drive while you are driving, 'gölge etme' is a perfect (if slightly rude) response.
Tone matters
Saying this with a smile makes it a joke; saying it with a flat face makes it a serious boundary.
The Full Quote
Using the full 'Gölge etme, başka ihsan istemem' makes you sound very well-educated in Turkish culture.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.
Lütfen işimi yaparken bana ______ ______.
The standard idiom uses 'etme' (do not).
Which situation best fits the idiom 'gölge etmek'?
Aşağıdaki durumlardan hangisinde bu deyim kullanılır?
The idiom refers to hindering or bothering someone.
Complete the dialogue using the famous Diogenes quote.
Kral: 'Benden bir isteğin var mı?' Filozof: '______ ______, başka ihsan istemem.'
This is the historical response of Diogenes to Alexander the Great.
Match the phrase to the intent.
Match 'Gölge etme' with its intended meaning:
The phrase is a request for non-interference.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosLütfen işimi yaparken bana ______ ______.
The standard idiom uses 'etme' (do not).
Aşağıdaki durumlardan hangisinde bu deyim kullanılır?
The idiom refers to hindering or bothering someone.
Kral: 'Benden bir isteğin var mı?' Filozof: '______ ______, başka ihsan istemem.'
This is the historical response of Diogenes to Alexander the Great.
Match 'Gölge etme' with its intended meaning:
The phrase is a request for non-interference.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasIt can be. It's similar to saying 'Get out of my way' in English. Use it with friends or when you are genuinely annoyed.
Yes, but it's less common. Usually, you'd say 'Gölge düşüyor' or 'Gölge yapıyor'.
It means 'favor' or 'kindness'. In the idiom, it refers to any help the other person might offer.
Yes, that means 'You are hindering (right now).'
Yes, 'Başımda dikilme' (Don't stand over my head) is a more casual way to say someone is bothering you.
Frases relacionadas
ayak bağı olmak
synonymTo be a hindrance or an obstacle.
gölge düşürmek
similarTo spoil the reputation or joy of something.
mani olmak
synonymTo prevent or block.
önünü kesmek
similarTo block someone's path or career.
destek olmak
contrastTo support or help.
