qısa
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- 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.
How Formal Is It?
रोचक तथ्य
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.
उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका
- 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.
कठिनाई स्तर
Very easy to recognize and read.
Short word, easy to spell.
Requires mastering the 'q' and 'ı' sounds.
Clear, distinct sounds.
आगे क्या सीखें
पूर्वापेक्षाएँ
आगे सीखें
उन्नत
ज़रूरी व्याकरण
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'.
स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण
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.
समानार्थी शब्द
विलोम शब्द
सामान्य शब्द संयोजन
सामान्य वाक्यांश
— To put it briefly; in a nutshell. Used to summarize a long explanation.
Sözün qısası, mən razı deyiləm.
— Cut it short! Used when someone wants another person to stop talking or get to the point.
Çox danışma, qısa kəs.
— In short... A common transition word used at the start of a summary.
Qısası, hər şey qaydasındadır.
— Little by little or in short snippets. Often used in news or quick updates.
Xəbərləri qısa-qısa təqdim edirik.
— As soon as possible; in the shortest time.
Ən qısa zamanda sizə məlumat verəcəyəm.
— Short of breath. Can be literal or mean someone is impatient.
Pilləkənləri çıxanda nəfəsi qısaldı.
— Having short hands (metaphorically: having no power or being unable to help).
Mənim bu işdə əlim qısadır.
— Short-witted (insulting). Suggesting someone lacks intelligence.
Onun ağlı qısadır, ona fikir vermə.
अक्सर इससे भ्रम होता है
Alçaq means 'low' (altitude), while qısa means 'short' (length/duration). Don't use qısa for a ceiling.
Balaca means 'small' in overall size. A small child is balaca, but their hair is qısa.
Az means 'little/few' in quantity. Qısa is for length and time duration.
मुहावरे और अभिव्यक्तियाँ
— To have a short life. Used for people, objects, or ideas that don't last.
Bu sevincin ömrü qısa oldu.
literary— To be unable to reach or achieve something; to lack resources.
Kömək etmək istərdim, amma əlim qısadır.
informal— To be unable to speak up or defend oneself (often due to guilt).
Səhvi olduğu üçün dili qısadır.
informal— To have little time left (often in a specific role or life).
Artıq onun bu vəzifədə günü qısadır.
neutral— To be unable to finish something due to lack of stamina.
Bu marafon üçün onun nəfəsi qısa gəldi.
neutral— A sexist proverb suggesting long hair but short wit (rarely used now).
Köhnə adamlar deyərdi: saçı uzun, ağlı qısa.
archaic/folk— To end a discussion abruptly or decide quickly.
Müdir söhbəti qısa kəsib atdı.
neutral— To find a shortcut or to make a journey feel faster by talking.
Söhbət edə-edə yolu qısaltdıq.
neutral— To have limited freedom or resources.
Onun ipi qısadır, uzağa gedə bilməz.
informal— A poetic way of saying life is fleeting no matter what.
Dünya malı yalandır, ömür qısadır.
literaryआसानी से भ्रमित होने वाले
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).
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).
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).
Sometimes used for 'short' depth.
Dayaz means 'shallow' (like water). Qısa is for length.
Dayaz çay (Shallow river) vs Qısa çay (Short river - length).
Both mean smallish.
Xırda means 'fine' or 'tiny' (like small change or small details).
Xırda pul (Small change) vs Qısa pul (Incorrect).
वाक्य संरचनाएँ
[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.
शब्द परिवार
संज्ञा
क्रिया
विशेषण
संबंधित
इसे कैसे इस्तेमाल करें
Extremely high; among the top 500 words in Azerbaijani.
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Using 'qısa' for a low ceiling.
→
Alçaq tavan.
'Qısa' is for length/duration. 'Alçaq' is for height/altitude.
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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.
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Using 'qısa' for a small apple.
→
Balaca alma.
'Balaca' refers to overall size. 'Qısa' refers only to length.
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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'.
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Forgetting the '-dır' in 'Yol qısa'.
→
Yol qısadır.
In Azerbaijani, the predicate needs a copula suffix in formal/standard speech.
सुझाव
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.
याद करें
स्मृति सहायक
Think of a 'Key' (Q) that is 'So' (sa) small. Qı-sa. A short key.
दृश्य संबंध
Imagine a pair of scissors cutting a long string into a 'qısa' (short) piece.
Word Web
चैलेंज
Try to find five objects in your room and label them as 'qısa' or 'uzun'. Speak the sentences out loud.
शब्द की उत्पत्ति
Derived from the Proto-Turkic root *kısa- meaning 'to squeeze', 'to press', or 'to shorten'. This root is shared among almost all Turkic languages.
मूल अर्थ: To be pressed or shortened.
Turkicसांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
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'.
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वास्तविक संदर्भ
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
बातचीत की शुरुआत
"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?"
डायरी विषय
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.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालYes, 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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Write a sentence describing your hair using 'qısa'.
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Translate: 'This is the shortest way to the station.'
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Use 'qısamüddətli' in a sentence about your plans.
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Write a short summary (qısa xülasə) of your favorite book in 3 sentences.
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Explain the idiom 'sözün qısası' in your own words.
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Write an email to a friend asking for a 'short break' during a study session.
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Describe a 'qısa film' you have watched recently.
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Translate: 'Life is short, so we must be happy.'
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Use the verb 'qısaltmaq' in a sentence about editing a text.
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Write a dialogue where someone says 'Qısa kəs!'.
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Compare two roads using 'daha qısa'.
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Describe a 'qısa boylu' person you know.
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Explain why 'qısa qapanma' is dangerous.
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Use 'qısası' to conclude a paragraph about healthy eating.
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Translate: 'The meeting was very short but productive.'
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Write a sentence using 'ən qısa zamanda'.
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Describe what you do during a 'qısa fasilə'.
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Write a sentence using 'qısa qol köynək'.
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Use 'müxtəsər' in a formal sentence about a report.
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Translate: 'His breath shortened as he ran up the hill.'
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Describe your daily routine in a 'qısa' way.
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Talk about the 'ən qısa yol' from your home to the nearest metro station.
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Explain why some people prefer 'qısa saç'.
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Give a 'qısa xülasə' of a movie you saw recently.
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What would you say if someone was talking too long? Use 'qısa kəs'.
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Describe a 'qısamüddətli hədəf' you have for learning Azerbaijani.
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Talk about a time you experienced a 'qısa fasilə' that was very helpful.
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Compare 'qısa' and 'uzun' winter days in Azerbaijan.
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How do you feel when a meeting is 'çox qısa'?
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Use 'qısası' to summarize your opinion on technology.
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Pronounce 'qısa' correctly, focusing on the 'q' and 'ı'.
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Tell a 'qısa hekayə' about a funny incident.
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What are the pros and cons of 'qısa boylu' being?
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Describe a 'qısa qol köynək' you like to wear.
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Explain the phrase 'Sözün qısası' to a fellow student.
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Talk about 'qısaməsafəli qaçış' in sports.
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Discuss the importance of 'qısa fasilələr' during work.
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How would you ask a tailor to 'qısaltmaq' your trousers?
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Summarize your weekend using only 'qısa' sentences.
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Debate: 'Is a short life with many experiences better than a long, boring one?'
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Listen to the word: 'Qısa'. Does it end with an 'a' or 'i'?
Identify the stress: qı-SA or QI-sa?
Listen to the sentence: 'Yol qısadır.' How many syllables are in the last word?
Listen and choose the word: 'Qısa' vs 'Qaza'.
Listen to 'Qısamüddətli'. How many syllables?
Listen to the vowel 'ı' in 'qısa'. Is it a front or back vowel?
Listen to the phrase: 'Sözün qısası'. What is the middle word?
Listen to the instruction: 'Qısa kəs!'. Does it sound like a request or a command?
Identify the adjective in: 'Mənim qısa saçım var.'
Listen to 'Qısaca'. What is the suffix?
Listen to 'Daha qısa'. Does it mean 'short' or 'shorter'?
Identify the 'q' sound. Is it like 'k' or deeper?
Listen to 'Qısa qapanma'. What is the second word?
Listen to the rhyme: 'Masa, kasa, qısa'. Which one means short?
Listen to 'Ən qısa'. Is it superlative or comparative?
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Summary
The word 'qısa' is a high-frequency adjective meaning 'short'. Whether you are describing a physical object, a duration of time, or summarizing a story, 'qısa' is the standard term. Example: 'Bu yol qısadır' (This road is short).
- 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).
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.
संबंधित सामग्री
general के और शब्द
altı
A1'altı' का अर्थ है संख्या छह (6)। यह गिनती के लिए इस्तेमाल किया जाने वाला एक कार्डिनल नंबर है।
alçaq
A1नीचा या कम ऊँचाई वाला। जैसे 'नीची मेज' को 'alçaq masa' कहते हैं।
amma
A1But; used to introduce contrast
aparmaq
A1किसी चीज़ या व्यक्ति को एक स्थान से दूसरे स्थान पर ले जाना।
artıq
A1इसका अर्थ है 'पहले से' या 'अतिरिक्त'। इसका उपयोग यह बताने के लिए किया जाता है कि कोई कार्य हो चुका है या कुछ अतिरिक्त है।
ayrı
A1अलग, पृथक। उन वस्तुओं या विचारों का वर्णन करने के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है जो एक साथ नहीं हैं।
az
A1मेरे पास थोड़ा समय है (Az vaxtım var).
ağır
A1Heavy
aşağı
A1Down or downwards
bazar ertəsi
A1अज़रबैजानी में 'bazar ertəsi' का अर्थ सोमवार है। यह कार्य सप्ताह का पहला दिन है।