B1 Expression ニュートラル

yüzüne bakılır

presentable

意味

Something or someone that is decent or acceptable.

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文化的背景

Even in the humblest homes, Turkish hosts ensure everything is 'yüzüne bakılır' (presentable) for guests. This is a matter of 'misafirperverlik' (hospitality) and personal honor. In Turkish online marketplaces, 'yüzüne bakılır' is a standard descriptor for items that are used but not 'dökülüyor' (falling apart). It signals honesty from the seller. Turkish culture often avoids 'nazar' (the evil eye) by not over-praising things. Calling something 'yüzüne bakılır' is a way to acknowledge quality without attracting envy. In big cities like Istanbul, older neighborhoods are often described as 'yüzüne bakılır' compared to newer, poorly built suburbs, emphasizing character over modern luxury.

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The 'Faint Praise' Warning

Be careful! If you use this for something someone is very proud of, it might sound like you are unimpressed.

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Marketplace Magic

Use this phrase when bargaining in a bazaar or on apps like Letgo to show you are a savvy, realistic buyer.

意味

Something or someone that is decent or acceptable.

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The 'Faint Praise' Warning

Be careful! If you use this for something someone is very proud of, it might sound like you are unimpressed.

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Marketplace Magic

Use this phrase when bargaining in a bazaar or on apps like Letgo to show you are a savvy, realistic buyer.

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Adjective Use

You can use it as an adjective before a noun: 'Yüzüne bakılır bir sonuç' (A presentable result).

自分をテスト

Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.

Bu eski koltukları temizleyince tekrar ________ hale geldi.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: yüzüne bakılır

The idiom requires the dative case 'yüzüne' and the passive aorist 'bakılır'.

Which situation is MOST appropriate for using 'yüzüne bakılır'?

Aşağıdaki durumlardan hangisinde bu deyimi kullanmak en uygundur?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Çok eski ama temiz ve sağlam bir ceket alırken.

The idiom is used for things that are decent and acceptable despite being old or modest.

Complete the dialogue naturally.

Ayşe: Yeni kiraladığın ev nasıl? Fatma: Çok lüks değil ama ________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: yüzüne bakılır

Fatma is saying the house is decent/acceptable.

Match the Turkish sentence with its English meaning.

Sentences: 1. Yüzüne bakılır bir iş. 2. Yüzüne bakılır bir adam. 3. Yüzüne bakılır bir oda.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 1-Decent job, 2-Decent-looking man, 3-Presentable room

The idiom can apply to jobs, people, and rooms to mean 'acceptable'.

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The Spectrum of Quality

Bad
Yüzüne bakılmaz Unwatchable/Hideous
Decent
Yüzüne bakılır Presentable/Okay
Great
Göz kamaştırıcı Dazzling

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom. Fill Blank B1

Bu eski koltukları temizleyince tekrar ________ hale geldi.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: yüzüne bakılır

The idiom requires the dative case 'yüzüne' and the passive aorist 'bakılır'.

Which situation is MOST appropriate for using 'yüzüne bakılır'? Choose B1

Aşağıdaki durumlardan hangisinde bu deyimi kullanmak en uygundur?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Çok eski ama temiz ve sağlam bir ceket alırken.

The idiom is used for things that are decent and acceptable despite being old or modest.

Complete the dialogue naturally. dialogue_completion B1

Ayşe: Yeni kiraladığın ev nasıl? Fatma: Çok lüks değil ama ________.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: yüzüne bakılır

Fatma is saying the house is decent/acceptable.

Match the Turkish sentence with its English meaning. Match B1

左の各項目を右のペアと一致させてください:

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 1-Decent job, 2-Decent-looking man, 3-Presentable room

The idiom can apply to jobs, people, and rooms to mean 'acceptable'.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

5 問

No, it is strictly for physical appearance or the condition of an object.

It's not 'rude,' but it's not a compliment either. It's like saying someone is 'average' or 'okay.' Use with caution.

The opposite is 'yüzüne bakılmaz,' which means something is hideous or in terrible condition.

Not necessarily, but it's most common when describing something that isn't brand new or high-end.

Yes, you can say 'yüzüne bakılır bir film' to mean it's watchable/decent.

関連フレーズ

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eli yüzü düzgün

similar

Neat, tidy, and well-behaved.

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yüzüne bakılmaz

contrast

Hideous, shameful, or in terrible condition.

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gideri var

synonym

It's passable / attractive enough.

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idare eder

similar

It'll do / It manages.

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