A2 Collocation خنثی

akıl danışmak

to ask for advice

معنی

Seeking someone's opinion on a topic.

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زمینه فرهنگی

In Turkey, consulting elders is not just about the information; it's a sign of respect. Even if you have already made your decision, you might still 'akıl danışmak' to make the elder feel valued. In rural areas, the 'Köy Odası' (Village Room) is a place where men gather to 'akıl danışmak' on community issues like irrigation or harvests. Turkish business culture is hierarchical but also relational. A manager expects subordinates to 'akıl danışmak' rather than acting entirely independently, which could be seen as risky. The Sultans had a 'Divan-ı Hümayun' where they would 'akıl danışmak' with viziers. This established the tradition that even the most powerful person needs a second opinion.

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The Politeness Hack

If you want to ask a Turkish person for a favor, start with 'Size bir konuda akıl danışmak istiyordum.' It makes them feel respected and more likely to help you.

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Case Sensitivity

Don't forget the -a/-e suffix! 'Seni danışmak' means 'to consult you' in a way that sounds like you are a dictionary or a book, not a person.

معنی

Seeking someone's opinion on a topic.

🎯

The Politeness Hack

If you want to ask a Turkish person for a favor, start with 'Size bir konuda akıl danışmak istiyordum.' It makes them feel respected and more likely to help you.

⚠️

Case Sensitivity

Don't forget the -a/-e suffix! 'Seni danışmak' means 'to consult you' in a way that sounds like you are a dictionary or a book, not a person.

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The 'Abi/Abla' Factor

When consulting someone slightly older, use 'Abi' (brother) or 'Abla' (sister) to make the 'akıl danışmak' feel more like a family bond.

خودت رو بسنج

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the person being consulted (Dative case).

Yeni bir iş buldum, ______ (müdür) akıl danışmak istiyorum.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: müdüre

The verb 'danışmak' always takes the Dative case (-a/-e).

Which sentence is the most natural way to ask a friend for advice?

Arkadaşına bir konuda yardım sormak istiyorsun. Ne dersin?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Sana akıl danışmak istiyorum.

'Akıl danışmak' is the standard collocation for seeking advice.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.

Ayşe: 'Çok kararsızım.' Mehmet: 'Neden bir ______ akıl danışmıyorsun?'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: uzmana

You consult an 'expert' (uzman) when you are undecided.

Match the situation to the correct Turkish sentence.

Situation: You are asking your father about which house to buy.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Babama akıl danıştım.

This correctly uses the Dative case and the past tense of the collocation.

Match the synonyms.

Match the following:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Akıl danışmak - Fikir almak

All are related, but 'fikir almak' is the closest neutral synonym.

🎉 امتیاز: /5

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

بانک تمرین

5 تمرین‌ها
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the person being consulted (Dative case). جای خالی A2

Yeni bir iş buldum, ______ (müdür) akıl danışmak istiyorum.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: müdüre

The verb 'danışmak' always takes the Dative case (-a/-e).

Which sentence is the most natural way to ask a friend for advice? Choose A2

Arkadaşına bir konuda yardım sormak istiyorsun. Ne dersin?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Sana akıl danışmak istiyorum.

'Akıl danışmak' is the standard collocation for seeking advice.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase. dialogue_completion A2

Ayşe: 'Çok kararsızım.' Mehmet: 'Neden bir ______ akıl danışmıyorsun?'

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: uzmana

You consult an 'expert' (uzman) when you are undecided.

Match the situation to the correct Turkish sentence. situation_matching B1

Situation: You are asking your father about which house to buy.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Babama akıl danıştım.

This correctly uses the Dative case and the past tense of the collocation.

Match the synonyms. Match B1

هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Akıl danışmak - Fikir almak

All are related, but 'fikir almak' is the closest neutral synonym.

🎉 امتیاز: /5

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

It is neutral. You can use it with your friends, your parents, or your boss. It's always polite.

Yes, but it might sound a bit heavy. For 'What should I eat?', 'Ne yesem?' is better. Use 'akıl danışmak' for decisions that require thought.

'Tavsiye istemek' is asking for a specific recommendation (like a movie). 'Akıl danışmak' is asking for someone's judgment on a situation.

Usually no. You say 'akıl danışmak', not 'bir akıl danışmak'.

Yes! You can say 'Ekibime her zaman akıl danışırım' (I always consult my team) to show you are a team player.

Yes: 'Akıl danışıldı' (Advice was sought).

Yes. 'Bu konu hakkında sana akıl danışmak istiyorum.'

You don't 'akıl danışmak' to a book. You 'bakmak' (look at) or 'başvurmak' (refer to) a book.

Yes, very common. 'Müsait misin? Bir akıl danışacaktım.'

Not necessarily, but it implies you will take it seriously.

عبارات مرتبط

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akıl vermek

contrast

To give advice (often unsolicited).

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akıl hocalığı yapmak

specialized form

To act as a mentor.

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fikir alışverişi

similar

Exchange of ideas.

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aklına yatmak

builds on

To make sense to someone.

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