Signification
Requesting to darken.
Contexte culturel
In many Uzbek households, the 'dasturxon' (tablecloth) is the center of the home. When the meal is finished and the final prayer (duo) is said, the lights might be dimmed or turned off to signal the end of the formal gathering. The concept of 'Isrof' (waste) is a major cultural deterrent. Children are taught from a young age that leaving a light on unnecessarily is a 'gunoh' (sin) or at least very bad manners. The Russian word 'Svet' is used almost interchangeably with 'Chiroq' in cities like Tashkent. However, using 'Chiroq' is seen as more elegant and 'pure'. A host will never turn off the light while a guest is still eating or talking, as it would be a sign of kicking them out. The guest usually suggests it first if they are staying over.
Add Iltimos
Always add 'Iltimos' (Please) to sound like a polite guest rather than a bossy roommate.
The 'Q' Sound
Make sure to pronounce the 'q' in 'Chiroq' clearly. If you say it with a 'k', people will understand, but it sounds foreign.
Signification
Requesting to darken.
Add Iltimos
Always add 'Iltimos' (Please) to sound like a polite guest rather than a bossy roommate.
The 'Q' Sound
Make sure to pronounce the 'q' in 'Chiroq' clearly. If you say it with a 'k', people will understand, but it sounds foreign.
Use for Computers
You can use 'o'chiring' for your phone, TV, and computer too! It's the universal 'off' button verb.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing suffix for the object.
Chiroq__ o'chiring.
The definite accusative suffix '-ni' is required for the specific object 'chiroq'.
Which verb is correct for turning off a light?
Iltimos, svetni _______.
'O'chiring' is the correct verb for lights and electronics.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Men uxlayapman. B: Xo'p, hozir ________ o'chiraman.
You turn off the light (chiroqni) when someone is going to sleep.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are leaving a room and want to be polite.
Adding 'Iltimos' and using the '-ing' suffix is the most polite way to make this request.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
O'chiring vs Yoping
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesChiroq__ o'chiring.
The definite accusative suffix '-ni' is required for the specific object 'chiroq'.
Iltimos, svetni _______.
'O'chiring' is the correct verb for lights and electronics.
A: Men uxlayapman. B: Xo'p, hozir ________ o'chiraman.
You turn off the light (chiroqni) when someone is going to sleep.
You are leaving a room and want to be polite.
Adding 'Iltimos' and using the '-ing' suffix is the most polite way to make this request.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsYes, but 'o'chiring' for a candle implies you might use your fingers or a tool. To blow it out, use 'puflang'.
It's not rude, but it's very informal. Use it with friends, not with your teacher.
The opposite is 'Chiroqni yoqing' (Turn on the light).
Because you are turning off a *specific* light, not just any light in the world.
No, that's not a standard expression. Stick to 'o'chiring'.
Televizorni o'chiring.
Yes, it can be plural (you all) or a polite singular (you, sir/ma'am).
Chiroq o'chiq.
Yes, 'Mashinani o'chiring' means turn off the car.
It means 'eraser' or 'switch'—anything that 'extinguishes' something!
Expressions liées
Chiroqni yoqing
contrastTurn on the light
Svet o'chdi
similarThe power went out
O'chirib-yoqing
builds onRestart (turn off and on)
Shamni puflang
specialized formBlow out the candle
