뜻
To get involved in a task.
문화적 배경
The concept of 'İmece' is the root of this idiom. It's a tradition where the whole village helps one person with a big task, expecting the same in return. In offices, 'el atmak' is a sign of leadership. A boss who 'el atar' to a problem is seen as practical and supportive rather than just a bureaucrat. Guests often use this phrase to offer help to their hosts, showing they aren't just there to be served but want to be part of the household. In big cities like Istanbul, strangers will 'el atmak' to help someone push a car or carry a heavy stroller up stairs without being asked.
Use with 'Bir'
Adding 'bir' (a) before 'el atmak' makes it sound more natural and less aggressive: 'Bir el atar mısın?'
Case Sensitivity
Never forget the -e/-a suffix on the object. 'İş el atmak' is a major giveaway that you are a beginner.
뜻
To get involved in a task.
Use with 'Bir'
Adding 'bir' (a) before 'el atmak' makes it sound more natural and less aggressive: 'Bir el atar mısın?'
Case Sensitivity
Never forget the -e/-a suffix on the object. 'İş el atmak' is a major giveaway that you are a beginner.
Offering Help
In Turkey, offering to 'el atmak' is better than asking 'Do you need help?'. It shows you are ready to work immediately.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'el atmak'.
Bu oda çok dağınık, artık buraya bir ______ lazım.
The sentence structure '... lazım' requires the infinitive form 'el atmak'.
Which sentence uses the idiom correctly?
Choose the correct sentence:
'El atmak' always takes the dative case (-(y)A).
Complete the dialogue.
Ayşe: 'Bulaşıklar çok birikti.' Fatma: 'Tamam, gel beraber ______.'
'El atalım' means 'let's handle it together'.
Match the situation with the correct use of 'el atmak'.
A manager decides to fix a failing project.
'El atmak' is the correct idiom for taking charge of a project.
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시각 학습 자료
El Atmak vs. El Koymak
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Bu oda çok dağınık, artık buraya bir ______ lazım.
The sentence structure '... lazım' requires the infinitive form 'el atmak'.
Choose the correct sentence:
'El atmak' always takes the dative case (-(y)A).
Ayşe: 'Bulaşıklar çok birikti.' Fatma: 'Tamam, gel beraber ______.'
'El atalım' means 'let's handle it together'.
A manager decides to fix a failing project.
'El atmak' is the correct idiom for taking charge of a project.
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자주 묻는 질문
14 질문Usually no. You 'el atmak' to a task or a situation. If you want to help a person, say 'ona yardım etmek'.
It's better to use 'üstlenmek' (to undertake) or 'yönetmek' (to manage) on a resume. 'El atmak' is a bit too idiomatic for CVs.
'Yardım etmek' is general help. 'El atmak' implies taking initiative or starting to handle a specific problem.
90% of the time, yes. Occasionally it can mean unwanted interference, but 'burnunu sokmak' is more common for that.
Yes, 'el attım' is very common to say 'I took care of it'.
The gerund 'el atma' can be used, but it's less common than the verb form.
Yes, it is a universal Turkish idiom.
Yes, if you are finally starting it seriously: 'Piyano çalmaya el attım.'
People will understand you, but it will sound like 'I help the work' instead of 'I help with the work'.
No, it's a standard idiom used by everyone from children to news anchors.
Only if you are talking about managing the team or fixing a problem in the club.
'Birinin bu işe el atması lazım.'
Yes, it implies a hands-on approach.
Yes, to mean you started cooking or preparing it.
관련 표현
el vermek
similarTo help or to mentor
el koymak
contrastTo confiscate or seize
el birliği
builds onCollaboration
el çekmek
contrastTo withdraw from something
elin taşın altına koymak
specialized formTo take a risk/responsibility
