Signification
Feeling fear.
Contexte culturel
The 'Çildağ' ritual is a traditional way to treat someone who has suffered a severe fright. It involves a healer touching specific points on the body with a glowing ember. Fear of the 'Evil Eye' (Nazar) is widespread. People often avoid boasting to prevent 'qorxulu' (dangerous) envy from others. In the 'Book of Dede Korkut', fear is often contrasted with 'Alp' (heroism). A hero is someone who masters their 'qorxu'. In Baku, 'qorxmaq' is often used jokingly among friends when someone is hesitant to try spicy food or a fast car.
The 'From' Rule
Always remember: in Azerbaijani, you fear 'from' something. Attach -dan or -dən to the thing you fear.
Polite 'I'm Afraid'
Never use 'qorxuram' to say 'I'm afraid I can't come.' Use 'Təəssüf ki' instead.
Signification
Feeling fear.
The 'From' Rule
Always remember: in Azerbaijani, you fear 'from' something. Attach -dan or -dən to the thing you fear.
Polite 'I'm Afraid'
Never use 'qorxuram' to say 'I'm afraid I can't come.' Use 'Təəssüf ki' instead.
Causative Magic
Add '-ut' to make it 'qorxutmaq' (to scare someone). It's very common in daily life.
Gender Nuance
Men might use 'çəkinmək' (to hesitate) instead of 'qorxmaq' to sound more stoic.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the noun and the verb 'qorxmaq'.
Mən ______ (it) ______ (present continuous).
The noun 'it' needs the ablative suffix '-dən' and the verb must match the first person 'Mən'.
Which sentence is a correct way to encourage someone?
Choose the best option:
'Qorxma' is the imperative negative, meaning 'Don't be afraid'.
Match the Azerbaijani phrase with its English translation.
Match the following:
These are common derivatives of the root 'qorx'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Niyə liftə minmirsən? B: Çünki mən ______ qorxuram.
The object of fear (heights) must be in the ablative case.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesMən ______ (it) ______ (present continuous).
The noun 'it' needs the ablative suffix '-dən' and the verb must match the first person 'Mən'.
Choose the best option:
'Qorxma' is the imperative negative, meaning 'Don't be afraid'.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are common derivatives of the root 'qorx'.
A: Niyə liftə minmirsən? B: Çünki mən ______ qorxuram.
The object of fear (heights) must be in the ablative case.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsYou say 'Mən səndən qorxuram.'
No, that's an English idiom. Use 'Deyəsən, yağış yağır' (It seems it's raining).
'Qorxmaq' is general fear; 'hürkmək' is being startled or spooked suddenly.
It is neutral and can be used in any setting.
Say 'Qorxma' (informal) or 'Qorxmayın' (formal).
It always takes the Ablative case (-dan/-dən).
Yes, e.g., 'Hündürlükdən qorxuram' (I'm afraid of heights).
Yes, the noun is 'qorxu'.
The adjective is 'qorxulu'.
It means 'Fearless' or 'One who does not fear'.
Yes, to describe risks: 'Biz risklərdən qorxmuruq.'
Say 'Məni qorxutdun!'
Expressions liées
Qorxu
similarFear (noun)
Qorxulu
builds onScary / Dangerous
Qorxutmaq
specialized formTo scare someone
Qorxaq
builds onCoward
Çəkinmək
similarTo hesitate / To be shy
Hürkmək
similarTo be startled
