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A1 adjective 10 دقیقه مطالعه

qısa

تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها qısa در ۳۰ ثانیه

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At the A1 level, 'qısa' is used to describe basic physical properties of objects. Students learn it alongside its opposite 'uzun' (long). The focus is on simple sentences like 'The pencil is short' (Karandaş qısadır) or 'She has short hair' (Onun qısa saçları var). At this stage, learners use it to describe people's appearances and everyday items. The grammar is simple: the adjective usually comes before the noun. Understanding 'qısa' helps A1 learners navigate basic descriptions which are essential for the 'Personal Information' and 'Daily Life' modules of the CEFR. It is a concrete word with a direct English equivalent, making it very accessible. Learners should focus on pronunciation and the placement of the word in a sentence. There is no complex declension to worry about, making it a 'safe' word to use frequently. By the end of A1, a student should be able to use 'qısa' to describe their clothes, their hair, and short distances in a city.

At the A2 level, the use of 'qısa' expands into the realm of time and duration. Learners start using it to describe events, such as 'a short meeting' (qısa iclas) or 'a short break' (qısa fasilə). A2 students also begin to use the comparative and superlative forms: 'daha qısa' (shorter) and 'ən qısa' (the shortest). This is crucial for giving directions, such as 'Take the shortest path' (Ən qısa yolu seçin). The word also starts appearing in compound forms like 'qısamüddətli' (short-term). At this level, the learner is expected to move beyond just physical objects and start discussing the 'length' of their day or their tasks. They also learn the common adverbial form 'qısaca' (shortly/briefly) to describe how someone spoke or acted. The connection between physical length and temporal duration becomes more apparent in their speech.

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At the B1 level, 'qısa' is used more abstractly. Learners use it to summarize information, often using the transition 'qısası' (in short) or 'sözün qısası' (to put it briefly). They are expected to understand the nuance between 'qısa' and its synonyms like 'yığcam' (compact) or 'müxtəsər' (brief). B1 students use 'qısa' in more complex sentence structures, such as 'Even though the film was short, it was very impactful' (Film qısa olsa da, çox təsirli idi). They also encounter 'qısa' in professional or academic contexts, such as a 'qısa xülasə' (short summary) of a text. This level requires the student to understand how 'qısa' can modify the tone of a sentence—for example, 'qısa kəsmək' (to cut short) can be an instruction or a figure of speech. Their vocabulary becomes more flexible, and they can choose 'qısa' to express efficiency in communication.

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At the B2 level, the learner masters the idiomatic and technical uses of 'qısa'. They are familiar with terms like 'qısa qapanma' (short circuit) and can use the word in sophisticated debates about 'qısamüddətli və uzunmüddətli hədəflər' (short-term and long-term goals). They understand the stylistic choice of using 'qısa' for rhythmic effect in writing. B2 learners can distinguish the subtle difference between 'qısa' and 'gödək' in various Azerbaijani dialects or registers. They also use the word in metaphorical senses, such as 'nəfəsi qısa olmaq' (to be short of breath/impatient). At this stage, the word is no longer just a descriptor but a tool for precise expression. They can also handle the nominalized forms of the word in various cases, such as 'qısalığından şikayət etmək' (to complain about its shortness).

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At the C1 level, 'qısa' is integrated into a vast network of synonyms and literary expressions. The learner understands the historical etymology of the word and its connection to the Turkic root 'kıs-'. They can appreciate and use 'qısa' in poetic contexts where it might symbolize the brevity of life or the sharpness of a moment. C1 students are adept at using 'qısa' in legal or administrative Azerbaijani, where precise duration is often specified. They can also identify when 'qısa' is used ironically or as a stylistic device in modern Azerbaijani literature. Their usage is near-native, and they can effortlessly swap 'qısa' for more sophisticated terms like 'müxtəsər' or 'lakonik' (laconic) depending on the audience. They are also sensitive to the regional nuances of the word across the Turkic world.

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At the C2 level, the mastery of 'qısa' is absolute. The learner can use the word and its derivatives to discuss complex linguistic theories, such as 'dilin qənaət prinsipi' (the principle of linguistic economy/shortness). They can interpret the use of 'qısa' in classical Azerbaijani poetry (like that of Nizami or Fuzuli) and compare it with modern usage. A C2 speaker can play with the word's multiple meanings to create puns or sophisticated metaphors. They are also aware of the most obscure idioms involving 'qısa' and can use them appropriately in high-level diplomatic or academic discourse. The word becomes a tiny but essential part of a vast, fluent, and highly nuanced command of the Azerbaijani language, used with the same ease and precision as a native scholar.

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تمرین کن مثال‌ها نکات و راهنمایی‌ها

qısa در ۳۰ ثانیه

Qısa means 'short' in Azerbaijani and is used for both physical length and time.
It is an A1 level word that is essential for basic descriptions and daily communication.
It commonly appears in idioms like 'qısası' (in short) and 'sözün qısası' (to be brief).
It is the direct antonym of 'uzun' (long) and is distinct from 'alçaq' (low).

The Azerbaijani word qısa is a fundamental adjective that primarily translates to 'short' in English. It is one of the first words a learner encounters because it describes physical dimensions, temporal durations, and even abstract concepts. At its core, qısa indicates that something does not extend far in space or time. Whether you are talking about a physical object like a pencil, a distance like a road, or a duration like a meeting, this is your go-to word. In Azerbaijani culture, brevity is often seen as a virtue in communication, leading to the frequent use of this word in idiomatic expressions regarding speech and writing.

Physical Length: When describing objects that are not long, such as qısa saç (short hair) or qısa ətək (short skirt). It is the direct opposite of uzun (long).

Mənim saçlarım çox qısadır, amma bacımın saçları uzundur.

Temporal Duration: Used for events that do not last long. For example, qısa fasilə (a short break) or qısa müddət (a short period of time). It helps define the tempo of life and work.

Biz qısa bir görüş keçirdik və hər şeyi həll etdik.

Abstract Brevity: In literature and linguistics, it refers to conciseness. A qısa hekayə is a short story. In conversation, qısası (in short) is a common transition word to summarize a long explanation.

Sözün qısası, mən gələ bilməyəcəyəm.

Beyond these common uses, 'qısa' appears in technical fields. In electronics, a 'short circuit' is translated as qısa qapanma. In geography, it might describe a 'short route' (qısa yol). The word is versatile because it lacks the negative connotations that 'short' might sometimes have in English (like 'short-tempered' or 'short-changed'), although it can imply insufficiency in specific contexts like nəfəsi qısa olmaq (to be short of breath). Understanding 'qısa' is essential because it forms the basis for many derived verbs like qısaltmaq (to shorten) and nouns like qısalıq (shortness/brevity). By mastering this word, you unlock the ability to describe the dimensions of the physical world and the duration of your daily experiences with precision.

Using qısa in a sentence is relatively straightforward because, as an adjective, it typically precedes the noun it modifies. However, Azerbaijani grammar allows for flexibility, especially when 'qısa' functions as a predicate. When it comes before a noun, it doesn't change its form based on the noun's case or number. For example, qısa yollar (short roads) maintains the form 'qısa'. If it is used as the main descriptor at the end of a sentence, you will often see it with personal endings or the copula -dır/-dir/-dur/-dür.

Attributive Usage: Placed directly before the noun. This is the most common way to describe physical attributes or durations. Examples: qısa film (short film), qısa məsafə (short distance).

Bu qısa kitab çox maraqlıdır.

Predicative Usage: When 'qısa' is the 'is' part of the sentence. It usually takes the suffix -dır to mean 'is short'. Example: Günlər qısadır (The days are short).

Qışda günlər çox qısadır.

Adverbial Usage: Sometimes 'qısa' can modify a verb, though 'qısaca' (shortly/briefly) is more common for this. However, in phrases like qısa kəs (cut it short), it functions as an adverb.

Zəhmət olmasa, qısa kəs, vaxtımız azdır.

In complex sentences, 'qısa' can be used to contrast different states. For example, 'The road was short but difficult' (Yol qısa, amma çətin idi). Note how the adjective stays in its base form even when the tense of the sentence changes. The word also appears in many compound adjectives and idiomatic structures. For instance, qısamüddətli (short-term) is a single word formed by adding the suffix -li to müddət (period). This demonstrates how 'qısa' serves as a building block for more advanced vocabulary. When writing, remember that 'qısa' follows the standard Azerbaijani adjective rules: it precedes the noun, does not decline for case when attributive, and takes the copula when predicative. This simplicity makes it a reliable word for beginners to practice sentence construction.

You will hear qısa everywhere in Azerbaijan, from the bustling streets of Baku to the quiet villages of the Caucasus. It is a high-frequency word that permeates daily conversation, professional environments, and media. In a shopping context, you might hear a customer asking for qısa qol köynək (a short-sleeved shirt) or a tailor asking if the trousers are too qısa. In the workplace, managers often call for qısa iclaslar (short meetings) to save time. The word is also a staple in the Azerbaijani news cycle, especially when reporting on qısa xəbərlər (news in brief) or qısamüddətli proqnozlar (short-term forecasts).

In Transit: Taxi drivers often discuss the ən qısa yol (the shortest way) to avoid the notorious Baku traffic. Passengers might ask, 'Is the journey short?' (Yol qısadır?).

Bağışlayın, mərkəzə ən qısa yol hansıdır?

In Social Settings: When someone is telling a long-winded story, a friend might jokingly say 'Qısa kəs!' (Cut it short!). It's also used to describe appearances, like qısa saç düzümü (short haircut).

Onun qısa və maraqlı bir nitqi oldu.

In Education: Teachers ask students for qısa cavablar (short answers) or to write a qısa xülasə (short summary) of a text. It’s about being concise and to the point.

Lütfən, bu mətni qısa şəkildə izah edin.

Furthermore, in the digital age, you'll see 'qısa' in user interfaces. 'Shortcuts' are often translated as qısayollar. Text messaging and social media have popularized the use of qısaltmalar (abbreviations). If you are watching Azerbaijani TV, you might see a segment called 'Qısa-qısa', which features quick snippets of various topics. The word is deeply embedded in the rhythm of the language. It conveys efficiency, physical reality, and temporal limits. Listening for 'qısa' will help you identify summaries, descriptions of people's appearances, and time-related instructions. It is a word that bridges the gap between the concrete and the abstract in daily Azerbaijani life.

Even though qısa seems simple, English speakers often stumble when choosing between it and other similar words. The most frequent mistake involves human height. In English, we say someone is 'short'. In Azerbaijani, while you can say qısa boylu, the word alçaq (low) is sometimes used for objects, but for people, balaca (small) or alçaqboylu is more common. Using 'qısa' alone for a person (O qısadır) can sound a bit unnatural or incomplete compared to Onun boyu qısadır (His height is short).

Confusing 'Qısa' with 'Alçaq': 'Alçaq' means 'low' (altitude). You use 'alçaq' for a ceiling or a mountain, but 'qısa' for a pencil or a story. Don't say 'qısa tavan' for a low ceiling; say 'alçaq tavan'.

Səhv: Bu bina çox qısadır. (Wrong for height of a building)
Düz: Bu bina çox alçaqdır.

Confusing 'Qısa' with 'Balaca': 'Balaca' means 'small' or 'little' (overall size). If a shirt is too small in all dimensions, it is 'balaca'. If it is just too short in length, it is 'qısa'.

Səhv: Mənə qısa bir alma ver. (Wrong for size)
Düz: Mənə balaca bir alma ver.

Using 'Qısa' for 'Briefly': While 'qısa' can mean brief, when you want to say 'briefly' as an adverb, you should usually use 'qısaca'. Saying 'Qısa danış' is okay, but 'Qısaca danış' is more precise for 'Speak briefly'.

O, hadisəni qısaca nəql etdi.

Another mistake is with the word 'shortly' in the sense of 'soon'. In English, 'I will be there shortly' means 'soon'. In Azerbaijani, you cannot use 'qısa' for this. You must use tezliklə or bir azdan. If you say Qısa gələcəyəm, it sounds like you are coming in a 'short way', which doesn't make sense. Lastly, be careful with the word gödək. It also means 'short', but it's often used for things that are 'stumpy' or 'shorter than they should be'. In some regions, 'gödək' is more common for clothing, but 'qısa' is the standard, neutral term. Avoiding these pitfalls will make your Azerbaijani sound much more natural and precise.

Azerbaijani is rich in synonyms that allow for varying degrees of 'shortness'. While qısa is the most versatile and common term, knowing its alternatives will help you navigate different registers and contexts. Whether you are writing a formal report or chatting with friends, choosing the right word for 'short' or 'brief' can change the tone of your message significantly.

Gödək vs. Qısa: 'Gödək' is a very close synonym to 'qısa'. In many contexts, they are interchangeable, but 'gödək' often carries a more informal or physical connotation. It is frequently used for clothes (gödəkçə - jacket/short coat) and limbs.

Müxtəsər vs. Qısa: 'Müxtəsər' is a more formal, literary word meaning 'brief' or 'concise'. You would use this in an academic or official setting when referring to a summary or a speech. It suggests that while the content is short, it contains all the necessary points.

Məruzəçi müxtəsər məlumat verdi.

Yığcam vs. Qısa: 'Yığcam' means 'compact' or 'concise'. It is used for things that are small but well-organized, like a 'yığcam mənzil' (compact apartment) or a 'yığcam cavab' (a concise answer that gets straight to the point).

Onun yazı üslubu çox yığcamdır.

Kəsir vs. Qısa: While not a direct synonym, 'kəsir' refers to a shortage or deficit. If you are 'short' on money, you don't use 'qısa'; you say 'pulun kəsiri var' or 'pulun azdır'.

In summary, while qısa will serve you well in 90% of situations, try using müxtəsər for formal brevity, yığcam for efficient compactness, and gödək for physical stumpiness. Mastering these distinctions will elevate your Azerbaijani from a basic level to a more nuanced, expressive one. In literature, you might also encounter lökə or other regional variations, but for a learner, the 'qısa-müxtəsər-yığcam' trio is the most important to distinguish.

چقدر رسمی است؟

نکته جالب

The word 'qısa' is cognate with the Turkish 'kısa' and the Kazakh 'қысқа'. It has remained remarkably stable in form and meaning for over a thousand years.

راهنمای تلفظ

UK /ɡɯˈsɑ/

US /ɡəˈsɑ/

The stress falls on the last syllable: qı-SÁ.

هم‌قافیه با

masa (table) kasa (bowl) yasa (mourning) tasa (worry) paşa (pasha) maşa (tongs) şaşa (glitter) haşa (god forbid)

خطاهای رایج

Pronouncing 'q' as a standard English 'k'. It should be deeper.
Pronouncing 'ı' as 'i' (ee). 'ı' is a back vowel.
Pronouncing 's' as 'z'.
Misplacing the stress on the first syllable.
Nasalizing the 'a' at the end.

سطح دشواری

خواندن 1/5

Very easy to recognize and read.

نوشتن 1/5

Short word, easy to spell.

صحبت کردن 2/5

Requires mastering the 'q' and 'ı' sounds.

گوش دادن 1/5

Clear, distinct sounds.

بعداً چه یاد بگیریم؟

پیش‌نیازها

uzun yol saç vaxt boy

بعداً یاد بگیرید

qısalmaq qısaltmaq müxtəsər yığcam müddət

پیشرفته

lakonik müvəqqəti kəsik məsafə

گرامر لازم

Adjective placement

Adjectives like 'qısa' always precede the noun: 'qısa yol'.

Comparison with 'daha'

To compare two things: 'Bu yol daha qısadır'.

Superlative with 'ən'

For the highest degree: 'Ən qısa yol budur'.

Predicative suffix '-dır'

When ending a sentence: 'Onun saçı qısadır'.

Diminutive/Adverbial '-ca'

Adding '-ca' makes it 'briefly': 'Qısaca danışdı'.

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مثال‌ها بر اساس سطح

Bu karandaş qısadır.

This pencil is short.

Simple predicative use with -dır.

Onun qısa saçları var.

She has short hair.

Attributive use before the noun 'saçları'.

Bu yol çox qısadır.

This road is very short.

Adjective modifying the subject 'yol'.

Mən qısa ətək geyinirəm.

I am wearing a short skirt.

Attributive use.

Qısa bir fasilə verək.

Let's take a short break.

Temporal use of qısa.

O, qısa boylu bir oğlandır.

He is a short boy.

Compound description of height.

Bu qısa bir hekayədir.

This is a short story.

Describing a literary work.

Sənin adın qısadır.

Your name is short.

Describing the length of a word.

Daha qısa bir yol tanıyırsınız?

Do you know a shorter way?

Comparative form 'daha qısa'.

İclas çox qısa çəkdi.

The meeting lasted a very short time.

Describing duration with the verb 'çəkmək'.

Qısaca özünüz haqqında danışın.

Talk briefly about yourself.

Adverbial form 'qısaca'.

Bu ən qısa aydır.

This is the shortest month.

Superlative form 'ən qısa'.

Qısa müddətdə qayıdacağam.

I will return in a short time.

Temporal phrase 'qısa müddətdə'.

O, qısa qol köynək aldı.

He bought a short-sleeved shirt.

Compound adjective 'qısa qol'.

Bu qısa bir filmdir.

This is a short film.

A1-A2 transition usage.

Mətnin qısa xülasəsini yazın.

Write a short summary of the text.

Genitive construction with xülasə.

Qısası, biz razılığa gəldik.

In short, we reached an agreement.

Transition word 'qısası'.

Sözün qısası, vaxtımız yoxdur.

To put it briefly, we don't have time.

Idiomatic expression.

Bu qısamüddətli bir layihədir.

This is a short-term project.

Adjective 'qısamüddətli'.

Lütfən, qısa kəs, tələsirəm.

Please, cut it short, I'm in a hurry.

Imperative idiom 'qısa kəs'.

Onun cavabı çox yığcam və qısa idi.

His answer was very concise and short.

Using synonyms for emphasis.

Qısa dalğalı radio qəbuledicisi.

Short-wave radio receiver.

Technical usage.

Müəllim qısa və aydın izah etdi.

The teacher explained shortly and clearly.

Describing the quality of communication.

Bu marşrut digərindən daha qısadır.

This route is shorter than the other one.

Comparative structure with 'digərindən'.

Elektrik naqillərində qısa qapanma baş verdi.

A short circuit occurred in the electrical wires.

Technical term 'qısa qapanma'.

Qısamüddətli yaddaş problemləri.

Short-term memory problems.

Medical/Psychological context.

Onun nitqi müxtəsər və qısa idi.

His speech was brief and short.

Formal register.

Şalvarın balaqlarını bir az qısaltmaq lazımdır.

The trouser legs need to be shortened a bit.

Verb derivative 'qısaltmaq'.

Yolun qısalığı bizi sevindirdi.

The shortness of the road made us happy.

Noun form 'qısalıq'.

Qısa məsafəli qaçış üzrə çempion.

Short-distance running champion.

Sports terminology.

O, qısa müddətli fasilələrlə işləyir.

He works with short-term breaks.

Describing a work pattern.

Məqaləni qısaltmaq üçün bəzi hissələri çıxardıq.

We removed some parts to shorten the article.

Infinitive 'qısaltmaq' used as purpose.

Həyat qısadır, sənət isə əbədidir.

Life is short, art is eternal.

Philosophical/Literary context.

Onun səbri çox qısadır.

His patience is very short (He is impatient).

Metaphorical use for personality.

Müəllif mövzunu qısa bir xronologiya ilə təqdim etdi.

The author presented the subject with a short chronology.

Academic usage.

Qısa metrajlı filmlər festivalı.

Short film festival.

Artistic terminology 'qısa metrajlı'.

Biznes planın qısa icmalı tələb olunur.

A short executive summary of the business plan is required.

Business Azerbaijani.

Onun nəfəsi qısaldı və dayandı.

His breath shortened (became shallow) and he stopped.

Physiological description.

Bu qısa bir ekskurs idi.

This was a short excursion/digression.

Intellectual register.

Qısa kəsilmiş ümidlər.

Short-cut (dashed) hopes.

Poetic/Metaphorical usage.

Lakoniklik fikrin qısa və dolğun ifadəsidir.

Laconicism is the short and full expression of a thought.

Linguistic definition.

Dövlət başçılarının qısa, lakin məzmunlu görüşü.

A short but meaningful meeting of heads of state.

Diplomatic register.

Qısa ömür sürmüş dahi şair.

The genius poet who lived a short life.

Biographical context.

İnformasiyanın qısa zaman kəsiyində ötürülməsi.

The transmission of information in a short time interval.

Scientific/Technical register.

Onun üslubu qısa cümlələrdən ibarətdir.

His style consists of short sentences.

Literary analysis.

Mübahisəni qısa bir jestlə bitirdi.

He ended the argument with a short gesture.

Behavioral description.

Qısa kəsməyə məcburuq, çünki efir vaxtı bitir.

We are forced to cut it short because the airtime is ending.

Professional media context.

Sözün qısası, bu, qaçılmaz bir nəticə idi.

To put it briefly, this was an inevitable result.

Advanced rhetorical summary.

مترادف‌ها

gödək müxtəsər yığcam müvəqqəti lakonik az limitli kəsik

متضادها

uzun uzunmüddətli geniş ətraflı

ترکیب‌های رایج

qısa yol

qısa müddət

qısa saç

qısa hekayə

qısa fasilə

qısa qapanma

qısa cavab

qısa qol

qısa iclas

qısa məsafə

عبارات رایج

Sözün qısası

— To put it briefly; in a nutshell. Used to summarize a long explanation.

Sözün qısası, mən razı deyiləm.

Qısa kəs!

— Cut it short! Used when someone wants another person to stop talking or get to the point.

Çox danışma, qısa kəs.

Qısası...

— In short... A common transition word used at the start of a summary.

Qısası, hər şey qaydasındadır.

Qısa-qısa

— Little by little or in short snippets. Often used in news or quick updates.

Xəbərləri qısa-qısa təqdim edirik.

Ən qısa zamanda

— As soon as possible; in the shortest time.

Ən qısa zamanda sizə məlumat verəcəyəm.

Qısa müddətli

— Short-term. Used for plans, memory, or effects.

Bu, qısa müddətli bir həlldir.

Boyu qısa

— Short in height. Describing a person's stature.

Onun boyu bir az qısadır.

Nəfəsi qısa

— Short of breath. Can be literal or mean someone is impatient.

Pilləkənləri çıxanda nəfəsi qısaldı.

Əli qısa

— Having short hands (metaphorically: having no power or being unable to help).

Mənim bu işdə əlim qısadır.

Ağlı qısa

— Short-witted (insulting). Suggesting someone lacks intelligence.

Onun ağlı qısadır, ona fikir vermə.

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

qısa vs alçaq

Alçaq means 'low' (altitude), while qısa means 'short' (length/duration). Don't use qısa for a ceiling.

qısa vs balaca

Balaca means 'small' in overall size. A small child is balaca, but their hair is qısa.

qısa vs az

Az means 'little/few' in quantity. Qısa is for length and time duration.

اصطلاحات و عبارات

"Ömrü qısa olmaq"

— To have a short life. Used for people, objects, or ideas that don't last.

Bu sevincin ömrü qısa oldu.

literary

"Əli qısa olmaq"

— To be unable to reach or achieve something; to lack resources.

Kömək etmək istərdim, amma əlim qısadır.

informal

"Dili qısa olmaq"

— To be unable to speak up or defend oneself (often due to guilt).

Səhvi olduğu üçün dili qısadır.

informal

"Günü qısa olmaq"

— To have little time left (often in a specific role or life).

Artıq onun bu vəzifədə günü qısadır.

neutral

"Nəfəsi qısa gəlmək"

— To be unable to finish something due to lack of stamina.

Bu marafon üçün onun nəfəsi qısa gəldi.

neutral

"Ağlı qısa, saçı uzun"

— A sexist proverb suggesting long hair but short wit (rarely used now).

Köhnə adamlar deyərdi: saçı uzun, ağlı qısa.

archaic/folk

"Qısa kəsib atmaq"

— To end a discussion abruptly or decide quickly.

Müdir söhbəti qısa kəsib atdı.

neutral

"Yolu qısaltmaq"

— To find a shortcut or to make a journey feel faster by talking.

Söhbət edə-edə yolu qısaltdıq.

neutral

"İpi qısa olmaq"

— To have limited freedom or resources.

Onun ipi qısadır, uzağa gedə bilməz.

informal

"Ömür vəfa qılsa, qısa olar"

— A poetic way of saying life is fleeting no matter what.

Dünya malı yalandır, ömür qısadır.

literary

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qısa vs gödək

Both mean short.

Gödək is more informal and often implies a physical stumpiness or is used for jackets (gödəkçə). Qısa is more neutral and universal.

Onun gödək boyu var (Informal) vs Onun boyu qısadır (Neutral).

qısa vs müxtəsər

Both mean brief.

Müxtəsər is formal and literary, used for speeches or writing. Qısa is used for everything.

Müxtəsər nitq (Formal) vs Qısa nitq (Neutral).

qısa vs yığcam

Both mean concise.

Yığcam implies that something is small but contains everything needed (compact). Qısa just means not long.

Yığcam mənzil (Compact apartment) vs Qısa mənzil (Incorrect).

qısa vs dayaz

Sometimes used for 'short' depth.

Dayaz means 'shallow' (like water). Qısa is for length.

Dayaz çay (Shallow river) vs Qısa çay (Short river - length).

qısa vs xırda

Both mean smallish.

Xırda means 'fine' or 'tiny' (like small change or small details).

Xırda pul (Small change) vs Qısa pul (Incorrect).

الگوهای جمله‌سازی

[Noun] + qısadır.

Bu karandaş qısadır.

[Adjective] + [Noun] + [Verb].

Qısa saçları sevirəm.

Daha qısa + [Noun].

Daha qısa bir yol tapdıq.

Ən qısa + [Noun].

Ən qısa ayı tapın.

Qısası, [Sentence].

Qısası, mən gəlmirəm.

Sözün qısası, [Sentence].

Sözün qısası, iş bitdi.

[Noun] + qısaldı.

Günlər qısaldı.

[Noun] + qısaltmaq lazımdır.

Mətni qısaltmaq lazımdır.

خانواده کلمه

اسم‌ها

qısalıq (shortness)

qısaltma (abbreviation/shortening)

qısayol (shortcut)

فعل‌ها

qısalmaq (to become short)

qısaltmaq (to shorten/to make short)

صفت‌ها

qısamüddətli (short-term)

qısaboylu (short-statured)

qısaməsafəli (short-distance)

مرتبط

gödək (short)

yığcam (compact)

müxtəsər (brief)

lakonik (laconic)

az (little)

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نحوه استفاده

frequency

Extremely high; among the top 500 words in Azerbaijani.

اشتباهات رایج

Using 'qısa' for a low ceiling. → Alçaq tavan.
'Qısa' is for length/duration. 'Alçaq' is for height/altitude.
Saying 'Mən qısa gələcəyəm' for 'I will come shortly'. → Mən tezliklə gələcəyəm.
'Shortly' in the sense of 'soon' is 'tezliklə'. 'Qısa' is not used for future timing.
Using 'qısa' for a small apple. → Balaca alma.
'Balaca' refers to overall size. 'Qısa' refers only to length.
Saying 'qısa tənəffüs' in a school context. → Qısa fasilə.
While 'tənəffüs' is used for school breaks, 'fasilə' is the more general and common word for 'break'.
Forgetting the '-dır' in 'Yol qısa'. → Yol qısadır.
In Azerbaijani, the predicate needs a copula suffix in formal/standard speech.

نکات

Adjective Position

Always place 'qısa' before the noun it describes. For example, 'qısa hekayə' (short story). If it comes after, it usually needs the '-dır' suffix: 'Hekayə qısadır'.

The Deep Q

The 'q' sound in 'qısa' is produced deep in the throat. It is similar to the 'g' in 'goat' but further back. Practice by saying 'ga' while keeping your tongue low.

Compound Words

Learn 'qısamüddətli' (short-term) as a single unit. It is very common in news, business, and academic contexts.

Summarizing

Use 'qısası' or 'sözün qısası' when you want to wrap up a story. It helps you sound more like a native speaker.

Hospitality Tip

If an Azerbaijani host asks you to stay, saying your time is 'qısa' might prompt them to offer you more tea! It's a sign of good hospitality.

Formal Alternatives

In essays, try using 'müxtəsər' for 'brief' to show off a higher vocabulary level.

Weather Reports

Listen for 'qısamüddətli yağış' in weather forecasts. It's a very common phrase meaning 'brief showers'.

Ordering Clothes

When shopping, use 'qısa qol' for t-shirts and 'qısa ətək' for mini-skirts.

Antonym Pairing

Always learn 'qısa' and 'uzun' together. Your brain remembers opposites more effectively when they are paired.

Short Circuit

Remember 'qısa qapanma'. Even if you aren't an electrician, it appears in news reports about fires frequently.

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روش یادسپاری

Think of a 'Key' (Q) that is 'So' (sa) small. Qı-sa. A short key.

تداعی تصویری

Imagine a pair of scissors cutting a long string into a 'qısa' (short) piece.

شبکه واژگان

uzun (antonym) saç (hair) yol (road) vaxt (time) boy (height) hekayə (story) fasilə (break) film (movie)

چالش

Try to find five objects in your room and label them as 'qısa' or 'uzun'. Speak the sentences out loud.

ریشه کلمه

Derived from the Proto-Turkic root *kısa- meaning 'to squeeze', 'to press', or 'to shorten'. This root is shared among almost all Turkic languages.

معنای اصلی: To be pressed or shortened.

Turkic

بافت فرهنگی

Avoid using 'qısa' or 'alçaq' in a derogatory way towards people's height, as it can be sensitive.

In English, 'short' can describe a person's height directly ('He is short'). In Azerbaijani, it's more polite to say 'Onun boyu qısadır' or use 'alçaqboylu'.

Qısa qapanma (Short Circuit) - A common term in Azerbaijani news regarding infrastructure. Qısa hekayələr (Short Stories) - A popular genre in Azerbaijani literature, exemplified by Mir Cəlal Paşayev. Qısa ömür (Short Life) - A common theme in Azerbaijani mugham and folk songs reflecting on the fleeting nature of time.

تمرین در زندگی واقعی

موقعیت‌های واقعی

Physical Geography

ən qısa yol
qısa məsafə
yolu qısaltmaq
qısa döngə

Human Appearance

qısa saç
qısa boy
qısa saqqal
qısa qol

Time Management

qısa fasilə
qısa müddət
qısa zaman
qısamüddətli hədəf

Communication

qısa cavab
qısa xülasə
qısa nitq
qısa məktub

Technology

qısa qapanma
qısayol düyməsi
qısa dalğa
qısa mesaj

شروع‌کننده‌های مکالمه

"Sizcə, bu yol mərkəzə gedən ən qısa yoldur?"

"Boş vaxtınızda qısa hekayələr oxumağı sevirsiniz?"

"Niyə bəzi insanlar qısa saç saxlamağa üstünlük verirlər?"

"Qısa bir fasilə verib qəhvə içməyə nə deyirsiniz?"

"Sizin üçün qısamüddətli planlar daha vacibdir, yoxsa uzunmüddətli?"

موضوعات نگارش

Bu gün baş verən ən maraqlı hadisəni qısaca təsvir edin.

Həyatınızdakı qısamüddətli hədəfləriniz nələrdir? Onları yazın.

Ən qısa zamanda etmək istədiyiniz bir iş haqqında yazın.

Qısa bir səyahət planı hazırlayın: Hara gedərdiniz və nə edərdiniz?

Sizcə, 'sözün qısası' hər zaman yaxşıdır? Fikirlərinizi bölüşün.

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

Yes, you can say 'qısaboylu' or 'Onun boyu qısadır'. However, just saying 'O qısadır' is less common than in English. 'Alçaqboylu' is also a very common and polite way to describe a short person.

They are very similar, but 'qısa' is the standard word. 'Gödək' is more informal and often used for clothing, like 'gödəkçə' (jacket). In some dialects, 'gödək' is used more frequently for physical objects.

You cannot use 'qısa' for this. Instead, use 'tezliklə' or 'bir azdan'. 'Qısa' only refers to duration or length, not how soon something will happen.

Yes, exactly like the English word 'short'. You can have a 'qısa yol' (short road) and a 'qısa fasilə' (short break).

It means 'In short' or 'Long story short'. It is used to summarize what you have been saying.

The verb is 'qısaltmaq'. For example, 'Şalvarı qısaltmaq' means 'to shorten the pants'.

No, for shallow water or depth, use the word 'dayaz'.

Yes, it is one of the most basic adjectives and is taught at the very beginning of Azerbaijani language courses.

The opposite is 'uzun' (long).

It is the technical term for an electrical 'short circuit'.

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