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Explication üç in your Level:
At the A1 level, the word 'üç' is one of the most basic and essential vocabulary items. Learners at this stage use 'üç' primarily for counting physical objects (üç kitab, üç qələm) and for basic identification. You will learn to use 'üç' to express your age, your phone number, or the number of family members you have. The most important grammatical rule to grasp at this level is that nouns following 'üç' do not take the plural suffix. You will also use 'üç' for simple time-telling, such as saying 'saat üç' (three o'clock). The focus is on clear pronunciation of the 'ü' vowel and the 'ç' consonant to ensure you are understood in daily transactions like buying three pieces of fruit at a market. A1 learners should practice combining 'üç' with common nouns and basic verbs like 'var' (there is/have) and 'almaq' (to buy).
At the A2 level, learners expand their use of 'üç' to include simple social and transactional contexts. You will start using 'üç' with case endings, such as the locative 'üçdə' (at three) or the dative 'üçə' (to three). This allows you to set appointments, talk about schedules, and participate in more complex shopping scenarios. You will also be introduced to the ordinal form 'üçüncü' (third), which is vital for describing floors in a building, positions in a race, or dates (though dates often use a different structure). A2 learners also begin to use 'üç' with units of measurement, such as 'üç kilo' or 'üç litr'. You will learn to ask 'neçə?' (how many?) and answer with 'üç'. This level focuses on moving beyond simple counting to using the number in functional, everyday sentences.
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At the B1 level, 'üç' begins to appear in more abstract and academic contexts. Learners use it to describe proportions and fractions, such as 'üçdə bir' (one-third). You will also use 'üç' to talk about grades in the Azerbaijani school system, where 'üç' represents a satisfactory passing grade. B1 learners should be comfortable using 'üç' in compound words like 'üçbucaq' (triangle) or 'üçgünlük' (three-day long). You will also start encountering 'üç' in common idioms and proverbs. At this stage, you should be able to use 'üç' with possessive suffixes, such as 'bizim üçümüz' (the three of us), and understand how these forms change in different grammatical cases. The focus is on using 'üç' to describe more complex relationships and durations, such as 'üç illik təcrübə' (three years of experience).
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At the B2 level, learners use 'üç' with a high degree of fluency and can understand its use in various registers. You will encounter 'üç' in news reports, where it might be used to describe economic growth (üç faiz) or political developments. You will also be familiar with more sophisticated idiomatic expressions that use the number three. B2 learners can distinguish between the cardinal 'üç', the ordinal 'üçüncü', and the collective 'üçlük' in nuanced contexts. You will also understand how 'üç' is used in literature and folklore to represent specific themes or structural elements. At this level, you should be able to use 'üç' in complex mathematical or technical discussions without hesitation. The focus is on the versatility of the word across different domains of life, from professional settings to casual storytelling.
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At the C1 level, the word 'üç' is used with native-like precision and an understanding of its deeper cultural and linguistic connotations. You will recognize 'üç' in classical Azerbaijani poetry and historical texts, where it may carry symbolic weight. C1 learners can use 'üç' in highly formal documents, legal contexts, or academic papers. You will be comfortable with all morphological variations of the word, including rare or archaic forms. You will also understand the etymological roots of 'üç' and how it relates to other Turkic languages. At this stage, you can appreciate the rhythmic and stylistic role of 'üç' in rhetoric and public speaking. The focus is on mastery of the word's most subtle nuances and its role in shaping the structure of the Azerbaijani language and culture.
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At the C2 level, 'üç' is more than just a number; it is a tool for sophisticated linguistic expression. You can use 'üç' and its derivatives to convey complex philosophical or mathematical concepts. You are aware of the most obscure idioms and historical references involving the number three. C2 learners can analyze the use of 'üç' in various dialects and historical stages of the Azerbaijani language. You can use the word to create puns, double meanings, or stylistic effects in creative writing. Your understanding of 'üç' is integrated into a comprehensive knowledge of Azerbaijani grammar, syntax, and culture. At this level, the use of the word is entirely intuitive, allowing you to focus on the highest levels of communication and analysis.
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üç en 30 secondes

  • The word 'üç' means the number three in Azerbaijani.
  • It is used for counting, time, and grades.
  • Nouns following 'üç' must be in the singular form.
  • It can take case endings like '-də' (at) or '-dən' (from).
The word üç is the primary cardinal number for 'three' in the Azerbaijani language. At its most fundamental level, it represents the quantity that follows two and precedes four. However, in the Azerbaijani linguistic landscape, its utility extends far beyond simple counting. It is a foundational building block for mathematical operations, time-telling, and expressing various social and academic measurements. For English speakers, the most critical grammatical rule to remember is that in Azerbaijani, when a number like üç precedes a noun, that noun must remain in the singular form. For example, while English says 'three books,' Azerbaijani says 'üç kitab.' This is a common point of confusion for beginners, but mastering it is essential for reaching fluency.
Cardinal Number
The number 3 used for counting discrete items.
Grade Level
In the traditional post-Soviet grading system still recognized by many, a '3' (üç) represents a 'satisfactory' or passing grade, equivalent to a 'C' in Western systems.

Mənim üç qardaşım var.

This sentence translates to 'I have three brothers.' Notice how 'qardaşım' (my brother) is singular, even though there are three of them. This pattern holds true for all numbers in Azerbaijani. In daily life, you will hear this word at the grocery store when someone asks for üç kilo alma (three kilos of apples), or at the bus stop when checking the arrival of bus number three. In many Turkic cultures, including Azerbaijan, the number three often appears in folklore and fairy tales, representing a series of trials or a sequence of events, much like the 'rule of three' in Western storytelling. For instance, a hero might have to choose between üç yollar (three paths) or face üç sınaq (three trials). Understanding this word is not just about math; it is about entering the basic rhythm of Azerbaijani life. Whether you are ordering three glasses of tea (üç stəkan çay) in a traditional tea house or discussing the three branches of government in a formal political discussion, üç remains a constant, versatile, and indispensable part of the vocabulary.

Saat üç tamamdır.

This indicates 'It is exactly three o'clock.' In time-telling, üç can also be used with suffixes to indicate 'at three' (üçdə) or 'from three' (üçdən).
Ordinal Form
Üçüncü (third). This is used for rankings and dates.
Furthermore, üç is used in mathematical contexts such as 'üç dəfə üç' (three times three), which equals 'doqquz' (nine). In geometry, a triangle is called 'üçbucaq', literally meaning 'three corners' or 'three angles'. This logical construction of compound words is a hallmark of the Azerbaijani language, making it easier for learners to expand their vocabulary once they know the base numbers. In summary, üç is more than a digit; it is a linguistic anchor for quantity, time, quality, and cultural narrative.
Using üç correctly involves understanding how it interacts with different parts of speech and how it accepts grammatical suffixes. Unlike English, where 'three' can sometimes act as a pronoun (e.g., 'Give me three'), in Azerbaijani, when used as a noun, it often takes the possessive or case endings to clarify its role in the sentence. For instance, if you want to say 'the three of us,' you would say 'üçümüz.' If you want to say 'at three o'clock,' you say 'saat üçdə.'
Nominative Case
Üç uşaq həyətdə oynayır (Three children are playing in the yard).
Dative Case
Mən bu rəqəmi üçə vururam (I am multiplying this number by three).

Biz üç gündür ki, buradayıq.

This sentence means 'We have been here for three days.' Note the use of 'gündür' (it is the day) which, combined with the number, expresses duration. This is a very common structure for describing how long an action has been taking place. In formal writing, üç can be part of more complex structures. For example, 'üçdə bir' means 'one-third.' This fractional use is vital for statistics, recipes, and financial discussions. If you are reading a news report about economic growth, you might see 'üç faiz' (three percent). In conversational Azerbaijani, the word is often used to emphasize a small but sufficient quantity. 'Üç-dörd nəfər' (three or four people) is a common way to suggest a small group.

Sənə üç sualım var.

This means 'I have three questions for you.' It sets a clear agenda for the conversation. When using üç with the definite article (which Azerbaijani lacks in the English sense, using the accusative instead), you would say 'üçü' to mean 'the three' or 'three of them.' For example: 'Onlardan üçü gəldi' (Three of them came).
Ablative Case
Üçdən dörd çıxmaq olmaz (One cannot subtract four from three - in basic natural numbers).
In school contexts, a student might say 'Mən riyaziyyatdan üç aldım' (I got a three in math), which implies they passed but didn't excel. This nuance is important for understanding social dynamics in educational settings. Furthermore, in the context of sports, particularly football or basketball, üç is used to count goals, points, or fouls. 'Üç-sıfır' (three-zero) is a common scoreline. As you can see, the syntactic flexibility of üç allows it to function as a quantifier, a noun, and a part of fractional and decimal expressions, making it a versatile tool in the Azerbaijani speaker's arsenal.
You will hear the word üç in virtually every corner of Azerbaijani life. In the bustling Təzə Bazar (New Market) of Baku, you will hear vendors shouting prices: 'Üç manat! Üç manat!' (Three manats!). Here, it is the language of commerce and survival. In the quiet halls of a university, you might hear a professor say, 'Üçüncü mühazirəyə başlayırıq' (We are starting the third lecture), where the ordinal form derived from üç provides structure to academic life.
Public Transport
Announcements for bus lines or metro stops often feature this number. 'Üçüncü platforma' (Third platform).
Television and Radio
News anchors frequently use it when reporting statistics, dates, or the time. 'Axşam saat üçdə' (At three in the afternoon/night).

Qatar üç dəqiqədən sonra gəlir.

This common phrase, 'The train is coming in three minutes,' is something you would hear at any metro station in Baku. It illustrates the use of üç in measuring short intervals of time. In social gatherings, particularly during toasts, the 'üçüncü sağlığ' (the third toast) often has a specific traditional meaning, sometimes dedicated to the memory of those who have passed or to a specific family value. Listen for it during weddings or 'məclis' (gatherings). In the kitchen, recipes will call for üç yumurta (three eggs) or üç stəkan un (three cups of flour). If you are watching Azerbaijani cinema, especially older films, the number three appears frequently in the titles and dialogue of comedies and dramas alike.

Bu, üç il əvvəl baş vermişdi.

This means 'This happened three years ago.' It shows how üç is used to establish a timeline in storytelling or personal anecdotes.
Daily Chores
Ordering 'üç çörək' (three loaves of bread) at the local 'təndir' bakery.
Whether you are in a bank hearing 'Üç nömrəli pəncərəyə yaxınlaşın' (Approach window number three) or in a park hearing a parent count to three before their child starts running, the word is an omnipresent sonic element of the Azerbaijani environment. It is one of the first words a child learns and one of the most used words by adults in every professional field, from engineering to the arts.
For English speakers learning Azerbaijani, the most frequent mistake when using üç is pluralizing the noun that follows it. In English, plurality is mandatory after any number greater than one ('three cats', 'three cars'). In Azerbaijani, the number already provides the plurality, so the noun stays singular. Saying 'üç pişiklər' is a classic 'foreign' mistake; the correct form is 'üç pişik.'
The Plural Trap
Incorrect: Üç kitablar. Correct: Üç kitab.
The Case Ending Placement
Incorrect: Üçün kitab. Correct: Üç kitab (unless you mean 'a book for three').

Səhv: Mən üç alma-lar aldım. Düz: Mən üç alma aldım.

This example highlights the most common error. Another subtle mistake involves the pronunciation of the vowel 'ü.' Many English speakers tend to pronounce it like 'u' in 'put' or 'oo' in 'boot.' However, the Azerbaijani 'ü' is a front rounded vowel. If you mispronounce it, you might accidentally say 'uç' (fly) or 'uc' (tip/end), which can lead to confusion in specific contexts. Another common error occurs when using üç in dates. In English, we say 'the third of May.' In Azerbaijani, you must use the ordinal suffix: 'Mayın üçü' (literally, the three of May) or 'üçüncü may' (less common). Using the cardinal 'üç' instead of the ordinal 'üçüncü' in these contexts sounds ungrammatical. Furthermore, learners often struggle with the 'n' that appears when adding case endings to the possessive form. For example, 'onun üçü' (his three) becomes 'onun üçünə' (to his three) in the dative case. Missing that buffer 'n' is a frequent slip.

Səhv: Saat üç gəlirəm. Düz: Saat üçdə gəlirəm.

In the first sentence, you are saying 'I am coming three o'clock,' which makes no sense. You must add the locative suffix '-də' to mean 'at three.'
Confusion with 'Üçün'
Learners often confuse 'üç' (three) with 'üçün' (for). While they look similar, their functions are entirely different.
Finally, in mathematical operations, remember that the word for 'divided by' or 'multiplied by' requires specific cases for the number üç. Saying 'altı böl üç' is understandable but 'altı bölünsün üçə' (six divided by three) is the more formal and grammatically correct way to express the operation. Avoiding these common pitfalls will make your Azerbaijani sound much more natural and precise.
While üç is the specific word for the number three, there are several related words and alternatives that you should know to enrich your vocabulary. These include the ordinal form, collective forms, and words derived from the same root that describe groups or shapes.
Üçüncü
This is the ordinal form, meaning 'third'. It is used for lists, rankings, and floors of a building. 'Üçüncü mərtəbə' (Third floor).
Üçlük
This refers to 'a group of three' or 'a trio'. It can also refer to the number 3 itself in certain contexts, like a three-point shot in basketball.

Biz üçlük təşkil edirik.

This means 'We form a trio' or 'We are a group of three.' It is more abstract than just saying 'üç nəfərik' (we are three people). Another important related word is 'üçbucaq' (triangle). As mentioned before, it literally translates to 'three corners.' Similarly, 'üçölçülü' means 'three-dimensional' (3D). These technical terms show how üç acts as a prefix in scientific and geometric language. If you want to talk about doing something three times, you use the word 'dəfə' or 'yol': 'üç dəfə' (three times). In some dialects or poetic contexts, you might encounter 'üçəm' which refers to 'triplets.'

Onun üçəm övladları var.

This means 'He/she has triplet children.' It is a specific term derived from the base number.
Üçün
Though not a synonym, it is a very common word meaning 'for'. Be careful not to confuse it with 'üçüncü' (third).
Üç-üç
This means 'three by three' or 'in groups of three'. 'Onlar üç-üç gəldilər' (They came in threes).
When comparing 'üç' with other numbers, it is useful to see how it fits into the decimal system. 'Otuz' (thirty) and 'üç yüz' (three hundred) both utilize the root 'üç' or its conceptual base. Learning 'üç' is therefore your first step toward mastering the entire numerical system of the Azerbaijani language. Whether you are describing a simple quantity or a complex geometric shape, these variations and related terms will help you express yourself with greater nuance and accuracy.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The root 'üç' is shared by almost all Turkic languages, from Turkish to Kazakh, making it a highly recognizable word across Central Asia and the Caucasus.

Guide de prononciation

UK /yt͡ʃ/
US /yt͡ʃ/
The word is a single syllable, so the stress is on that syllable.
Rime avec
güç köç hiç biç iç kiç piç suç
Erreurs fréquentes
  • Pronouncing 'ü' as 'u' (like 'put').
  • Pronouncing 'ü' as 'oo' (like 'boot').
  • Softening the 'ç' to an 'sh' sound.
  • Adding an extra vowel sound at the end.
  • Confusing it with the word 'uç' (fly).

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 1/5

Very easy to recognize.

Écriture 1/5

Short and easy to spell.

Expression orale 2/5

Requires correct 'ü' vowel production.

Écoute 1/5

Distinctive sound.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

bir iki

Apprends ensuite

dörd beş neçə

Avancé

üçüncü üçbucaq üçdə bir

Grammaire à connaître

Nouns after numbers are singular.

Üç kitab (not üç kitablar).

Case endings are added directly to the number.

Üçdə, üçə, üçdən.

Ordinal numbers take the suffix -(i)nci/-(u)ncu.

Üçüncü.

Possessive forms require a buffer 'n' before case endings.

Onun üçünə (to his three).

Fractions use the locative case + cardinal number.

Üçdə bir (one-third).

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Exemples par niveau

1

Mənim üç kitabım var.

I have three books.

Notice the noun 'kitabım' is singular.

2

Masada üç alma var.

There are three apples on the table.

The number 'üç' precedes the noun 'alma'.

3

Saat üçdür.

It is three o'clock.

The suffix '-dür' is the copula (to be).

4

Mən üç qardaşam.

I have three brothers (We are three brothers).

Expressing family composition.

5

Üç çörək al.

Buy three loaves of bread.

Imperative sentence with a number.

6

Bu, üç manatdır.

This is three manats.

Using 'üç' with currency.

7

Üç uşaq oynayır.

Three children are playing.

The verb 'oynayır' is also singular.

8

Mənim üç yaşım var.

I am three years old.

Standard way to express age.

1

Biz saat üçdə görüşürük.

We are meeting at three o'clock.

Locative case '-də' added to 'üç'.

2

O, üçüncü mərtəbədə yaşayır.

He lives on the third floor.

Ordinal number 'üçüncü'.

3

Mənə üç kilo kartof verin.

Give me three kilos of potatoes.

Using 'üç' with units of weight.

4

Avtobus üç dəqiqəyə gəlir.

The bus is coming in three minutes.

Dative case '-ə' expressing 'within/in'.

5

Bu kitab üç hissədən ibarətdir.

This book consists of three parts.

Ablative case '-dən' with 'ibarətdir'.

6

Üç gündən sonra qayıdacağam.

I will return after three days.

Expressing future time with 'sonra'.

7

Sizə üç sualım var.

I have three questions for you.

Possessive construction.

8

Üç nömrəli avtobusa min.

Get on bus number three.

Using 'nömrəli' for numbered items.

1

Tələbə imtahandan üç aldı.

The student got a 'three' (satisfactory) on the exam.

The number 'üç' as a grade noun.

2

Almanın üçdə birini mənə ver.

Give me one-third of the apple.

Fractional expression 'üçdə bir'.

3

Onların üçü də eyni kənddəndir.

All three of them are from the same village.

Possessive 'üçü' plus emphasizing particle 'də'.

4

Bizə üç nəfərlik masa lazımdır.

We need a table for three people.

Adjective 'nəfərlik' meaning 'for X people'.

5

Üçbucaq həndəsi fiqurdur.

A triangle is a geometric figure.

Compound word 'üçbucaq'.

6

Üç dəfə ölç, bir dəfə biç.

Measure three times, cut once (Proverb).

Using 'dəfə' for repetition.

7

Bu, üç illik bir proqramdır.

This is a three-year program.

Adjective 'illik' derived from 'il' (year).

8

Üçüncü tərəf müdaxilə etməməlidir.

A third party should not interfere.

Formal use of 'üçüncü tərəf'.

1

İqtisadiyyat keçən il üç faiz artdı.

The economy grew by three percent last year.

Using 'faiz' (percent) with 'üç'.

2

Üçlük sistemi bir çox ölkədə tətbiq olunur.

The trio system is implemented in many countries.

Collective noun 'üçlük'.

3

O, üç dildə sərbəst danışır.

He speaks three languages fluently.

Describing multilingualism.

4

Üçtərəfli müqavilə imzalandı.

A tripartite agreement was signed.

Compound adjective 'üçtərəfli'.

5

Hər üç variantı nəzərdən keçirməliyik.

We must consider all three options.

Using 'hər' with the possessive 'üçü'.

6

O, üçəm uşaqların anasıdır.

She is the mother of triplets.

The word 'üçəm' for triplets.

7

Üçüncü şəxsin təki Azərbaycan dilində cinsə görə dəyişmir.

The third person singular does not change by gender in Azerbaijani.

Linguistic terminology.

8

Onun dedikləri üç-dörd kəlmədən ibarət idi.

What he said consisted of only three or four words.

Using 'üç-dörd' to mean 'a few'.

1

Nağıllarda qəhrəman çox vaxt üç sınaqdan keçir.

In fairy tales, the hero often undergoes three trials.

Cultural motif of the number three.

2

Üçlük qanunu bədiatda mühüm rol oynayır.

The rule of three plays an important role in aesthetics.

Philosophical/aesthetic terminology.

3

Bu hadisənin üç əsas səbəbi var.

There are three main reasons for this event.

Analytical structure.

4

Üçüncü növ təyini söz birləşməsi mürəkkəbdir.

The third type of determinative word combination is complex.

Advanced grammatical terminology.

5

Tərəflər arasında üçtərəfli komissiya yaradıldı.

A tripartite commission was established between the parties.

Diplomatic language.

6

Üçrəngli bayrağımız qürur mənbəyimizdir.

Our tricolor flag is our source of pride.

Reference to the national flag.

7

Bu, üçölçülü məkanın xüsusiyyətləridir.

These are the characteristics of three-dimensional space.

Scientific/mathematical context.

8

Müəllif əsərində üç fərqli zaman kəsiyini təsvir edir.

The author describes three different time periods in the work.

Literary analysis.

1

Varlığın üç təməl sütunu haqqında fəlsəfi traktat.

A philosophical treatise on the three fundamental pillars of existence.

High-level abstract thought.

2

Üçlük konsepsiyası teologiyada müxtəlif cür şərh olunur.

The concept of the Trinity/Trio is interpreted differently in theology.

Theological discussion.

3

Dövlətin üç müstəqil qolu: qanunverici, icraedici və məhkəmə hakimiyyəti.

The three independent branches of the state: legislative, executive, and judicial powers.

Political science terminology.

4

Üçbucaqların oxşarlıq əlamətləri riyazi dəqiqliklə sübut olunub.

The signs of similarity of triangles have been proven with mathematical precision.

Advanced mathematics.

5

Bu dialektik yanaşma üç mərhələdən ibarətdir: tezis, antitezis və sintez.

This dialectical approach consists of three stages: thesis, antithesis, and synthesis.

Philosophical methodology.

6

Üçüncü dünya ölkələrinin iqtisadi problemləri qlobal xarakter daşıyır.

The economic problems of Third World countries are global in nature.

Sociopolitical terminology.

7

Mətnin strukturunda üç qatlı məna gizlənib.

A three-layered meaning is hidden in the structure of the text.

Hermeneutic analysis.

8

Üçlük rəqəmi kainatın harmoniyasını simvolizə edir.

The number three symbolizes the harmony of the universe.

Esoteric/symbolic context.

Synonymes

üçlük üçəm üçüncü üçbucaq üçdə bir üç-dörd üçünə üçqat

Antonymes

sıfır tək beş çox

Collocations courantes

üç manat
saat üç
üç gün
üç dəfə
üç nəfər
üç il
üç uşaq
üç mərtəbə
üç rəng
üç alma

Phrases Courantes

Üç-dörd gün

— A few days; three or four days.

Üç-dörd günə qayıdaram.

Üçdə bir

— One-third of something.

Mirasın üçdə biri.

Saat üç tamam

— Exactly three o'clock.

Saat üç tamamda görüşək.

Üç bacı

— Three sisters (also a common name for a dish).

Üç bacı dolması çox ləzzətlidir.

Üç yol

— Three ways or a crossroads with three paths.

Qabağımızda üç yol var.

Üç alma göydən düşdü

— Three apples fell from the sky (traditional fairy tale ending).

Nağıl bitdi, üç alma göydən düşdü.

Üç nöqtə

— Ellipsis (three dots).

Cümlənin sonunda üç nöqtə qoyulub.

Üç tərəfli

— Three-sided or tripartite.

Üç tərəfli görüş.

Üç mərhələli

— Three-staged.

Üç mərhələli plan.

Üç nəfərlik

— For three people.

Üç nəfərlik otaq.

Souvent confondu avec

üç vs uç

Means 'fly' or 'tip'. Pronounced with 'u' instead of 'ü'.

üç vs üçün

Means 'for'. A postposition, not a number.

üç vs iç

Means 'drink' or 'inside'. Pronounced with 'i' instead of 'ü'.

Expressions idiomatiques

"Üçündən birini seçmək"

— To choose one of three (often implying limited options).

Gərək bu üçündən birini seçəsən.

neutral
"Üç gün çəkməz"

— It won't last three days (it will happen very soon).

Onun gəlməsi üç gün çəkməz.

informal
"Üç bacı dolması"

— A traditional dish (stuffed tomato, eggplant, and pepper).

Bu gün şam yeməyinə üç bacı dolması bişirmişəm.

culinary
"Üçüncü əl"

— Third-hand (information or goods).

Bu xəbəri üçüncü əldən eşitmişəm.

neutral
"Üçüncü tərəf"

— A neutral third party.

Mübahisəni həll etmək üçün üçüncü tərəf lazımdır.

formal
"Üç dəfə ölç, bir dəfə biç"

— Think carefully before you act.

Tələsmə, üç dəfə ölç, bir dəfə biç.

proverbial
"Üç-üç"

— To move or be arranged in groups of three.

Uşaqlar üç-üç düzüldülər.

neutral
"Üçüncü göz"

— The third eye (intuition or spiritual insight).

Bəziləri üçüncü gözün varlığına inanır.

esoteric
"Üç təkər"

— Three wheels (often referring to a tricycle).

Uşaq üç təkərli velosiped sürür.

neutral
"Üç günlük dünya"

— The world is short (life is brief).

Kimsəni incitmə, üç günlük dünyadır.

philosophical

Facile à confondre

üç vs uç

Similar spelling and sound.

Uç has a back vowel, üç has a front rounded vowel.

Quş uçur vs Üç quş.

üç vs üçün

Contains the word 'üç'.

Üçün is a postposition; üç is a number.

Sənin üçün vs Üç uşaq.

üç vs iç

Short, one-syllable word with 'ç'.

Iç means inside or the command to drink.

Suyu iç vs Üç su.

üç vs otuz

Both start with 'o/u' sounds and relate to 3.

Otuz is 30, üç is 3.

Otuz manat vs Üç manat.

üç vs üçəm

Related to 3.

Üçəm specifically means triplets.

Onlar üçəmdirlər.

Structures de phrases

A1

[Number] + [Noun]

Üç qələm.

A2

Saat [Number] + [Case]

Saat üçdə.

B1

[Number] + [Noun] + [Possessive]

Üç kitabım.

B2

[Number] + [Unit] + [Adjective]

Üç kiloqramlıq çanta.

C1

[Number] + tərəfli

Üçtərəfli görüş.

C2

[Number] + [Abstract Noun]

Üç təməl prinsip.

A1

Mənim [Number] [Noun] + [Possessive] var

Mənim üç bacım var.

A2

[Number] + [Dəfə]

Üç dəfə.

Famille de mots

Noms

üçlük
üçbucaq
üçəm
üçlük

Verbes

üçləmək
üçləşmək

Adjectifs

üçüncü
üçtərəfli
üçqat
üçölçülü
üçillik

Apparenté

otuz
üç yüz
üç min
üçdə bir
üçbucaq
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frequency

Extremely high, among the top 500 words.

Erreurs courantes
  • Üç uşaqlar → Üç uşaq

    Nouns must be singular after numbers in Azerbaijani.

  • Saat üç gəlirəm → Saat üçdə gəlirəm

    You need the locative case '-də' to say 'at' a certain time.

  • Onun üçü gəldi → Onlardan üçü gəldi

    To say 'three of them', use the ablative 'onlardan' or the possessive structure correctly.

  • Üçüncü May → Mayın üçü

    Dates typically use the possessive form of the month followed by the number with a possessive suffix.

  • Mən üçəm → Mənim üç yaşım var

    Don't say 'I am three'; say 'I have three years'.

Astuces

Singular Rule

Always keep the noun singular after 'üç'. This is the most important rule for beginners.

The 'Ü' Vowel

Practice the 'ü' sound daily. It is common in Azerbaijani and vital for being understood.

Fairy Tale Ending

Remember the phrase 'Gökten üç elma düştü' (Three apples fell from the sky) to connect with Azerbaijani folklore.

Ordinal Suffix

Learn the suffix '-üncü' early to turn 'üç' into 'third' (üçüncü).

Time-Telling

Use 'saat üç' for 3:00. If it's 3:30, say 'üçün yarısı'.

Simple Math

Practice 'üç üstəgəl üç' (3+3) to get used to using numbers in sentences.

Small Talk

Use 'üç-dörd' to sound more natural when you aren't sure of an exact small number.

Spelling

The word is spelled with 'ç', not 'c'. 'Üc' is not a word.

Case Endings

Listen for the 'n' in 'üçünə' to know when someone is talking about 'three of them'.

Grades

If someone says they 'got a three', they aren't happy but they didn't fail.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Imagine three ('üç') umbrellas ('ü') and chairs ('ç') lined up in a row.

Association visuelle

Visualize the digit 3 with a small 'ü' dotting the top and a 'ç' tail at the bottom.

Word Web

üç üçüncü üçbucaq üçlük üçəm otuz üç yüz üç dəfə

Défi

Try to count every group of three you see today and say 'üç' aloud each time.

Origine du mot

The word 'üç' originates from the Old Turkic 'üç'. It has remained remarkably stable across centuries of Turkic linguistic evolution.

Sens originel : Three.

Turkic (Oghuz branch).

Contexte culturel

None. It is a neutral numerical term.

Unlike English, Azerbaijani doesn't use 'three' as a standalone pronoun as often without a suffix.

The 'üç bacı' dish. The song 'Üç qardaş'. The 'üç alma' fairy tale ending.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

Market

  • Üç kilo alma
  • Üç manat
  • Üç dənə çörək
  • Üçünə bir manat

School

  • Üçüncü sinif
  • Üç almaq
  • Üçüncü parta
  • Üç sual

Time

  • Saat üç
  • Üçdə
  • Üçə on dəqiqə qalmış
  • Üç saat

Family

  • Üç qardaş
  • Üç uşaq
  • Üçüncü övlad
  • Üçümüz

Geography

  • Üç rəngli bayraq
  • Üç rayon
  • Üç dəniz
  • Üçüncü ölkə

Amorces de conversation

"Sizin neçə qardaşınız var? Üç?"

"Saat üçdə boşsunuz?"

"Bu kitabın üç hissəsini oxumusunuz?"

"Üç manata nə almaq olar?"

"Sizcə, bu problemin üç həlli nədir?"

Sujets d'écriture

Bu gün etdiyiniz üç vacib iş haqqında yazın.

Gələcək üçün üç hədəfiniz nədər?

Ən çox sevdiyiniz üç Azerbaijani yeməyini təsvir edin.

Həyatınızdakı üç ən vacib insan kimdir?

Səyahət etmək istədiyiniz üç şəhər hansıdır?

Questions fréquentes

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You must say 'üç kitab'. In Azerbaijani, nouns following numbers are always singular. This is a fundamental rule that applies to all numbers.

You say 'saat üçdə'. The suffix '-də' is the locative case, meaning 'at' or 'in'.

Üç is the cardinal number (three), while üçüncü is the ordinal number (third). Use 'üç' for counting and 'üçüncü' for ranking.

No, Azerbaijani does not have grammatical gender. 'Üç' remains the same regardless of what you are counting.

You say 'üçdə bir'. This literally translates to 'one in three'.

Yes, a '3' (üç) is a passing but average grade, similar to a 'C'.

Shape your lips to say 'oo' but move your tongue forward as if saying 'ee'.

Yes, the compound 'üç-dörd' (three-four) is commonly used to mean 'a few'.

You say 'üçümüz'. This uses the first-person plural possessive suffix.

It refers to a traditional dish consisting of a stuffed tomato, eggplant, and green pepper.

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Listen to 'üç' and identify the number.

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Listen to 'üçüncü' and identify the ordinal.

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Listen to 'üçdə bir' and identify the fraction.

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