A2 Idiom 중립

yola koyulmak

to set off

Starting a journey.

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문화적 배경

The ritual of pouring water behind a traveler is a common sight when someone is 'yola koyuluyor.' It symbolizes a wish for a smooth return. Many folk songs (Türkü) use the concept of 'yola koyulmak' or 'yola düşmek' to describe the pain of separation or the hope of a new beginning. In Sufi tradition, the 'yol' (path) is the spiritual journey toward God. 'Yola koyulmak' is the first step of the initiate (dervish). In big cities like Istanbul, 'yola koyulmak' is often used specifically in the context of beating the notorious traffic.

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Use it for excitement

Use 'yola koyulmak' instead of 'gitmek' when you want to show you are excited about a trip.

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Don't forget the -a

Saying 'yol koyulmak' is a common mistake. Always use 'yola'.

Starting a journey.

💡

Use it for excitement

Use 'yola koyulmak' instead of 'gitmek' when you want to show you are excited about a trip.

⚠️

Don't forget the -a

Saying 'yol koyulmak' is a common mistake. Always use 'yola'.

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Pair with blessings

When someone says they are 'yola koyuluyor,' respond with 'Yolun açık olsun!'

셀프 테스트

Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'yola koyulmak'.

Bavullarımızı hazırladık ve sabah saat beşte ______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: yola koyulduk

The past tense 'koyulduk' is needed for a completed action, and 'yola' uses the correct dative case.

Which sentence uses the idiom metaphorically?

Aşağıdaki cümlelerin hangisinde 'yola koyulmak' mecaz anlamda kullanılmıştır?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Yeni bir şirket kurmak için yola koyuldular.

Starting a company is a metaphorical journey, not a physical one on a road.

Complete the dialogue.

Ayşe: 'Hadi, geç kalıyoruz!' Mehmet: 'Tamam, tamam. ______.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Yola koyuluyoruz

Mehmet is announcing that they are starting the journey right now.

Match the situation with the correct phrase.

You are starting a long-awaited trip to Europe.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Yola koyulmak

'Yola koyulmak' means to start a journey. 'Yolda kalmak' means to be stranded.

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시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'yola koyulmak'. Fill Blank A2

Bavullarımızı hazırladık ve sabah saat beşte ______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: yola koyulduk

The past tense 'koyulduk' is needed for a completed action, and 'yola' uses the correct dative case.

Which sentence uses the idiom metaphorically? Choose B1

Aşağıdaki cümlelerin hangisinde 'yola koyulmak' mecaz anlamda kullanılmıştır?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Yeni bir şirket kurmak için yola koyuldular.

Starting a company is a metaphorical journey, not a physical one on a road.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

Ayşe: 'Hadi, geç kalıyoruz!' Mehmet: 'Tamam, tamam. ______.'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Yola koyuluyoruz

Mehmet is announcing that they are starting the journey right now.

Match the situation with the correct phrase. situation_matching A2

You are starting a long-awaited trip to Europe.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Yola koyulmak

'Yola koyulmak' means to start a journey. 'Yolda kalmak' means to be stranded.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

It is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, or in a business meeting when starting a project.

No, it's usually for journeys that require some preparation or distance.

'Yola çıkmak' is more common and simple. 'Yola koyulmak' sounds a bit more purposeful and narrative.

No, it can also mean starting a task or a new phase in life (metaphorical journey).

It is 'yola koyulduk'.

Yes, very often! It adds a poetic touch to lyrics about travel and longing.

It always takes the dative case (-a/-e).

No, just say 'işe koyulmak' to mean starting work.

Yes, 'Yola koyulduk, geliyoruz' is a very common text.

Not necessarily. You can 'yola koyulmak' by foot, by bus, or by plane.

관련 표현

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yola çıkmak

synonym

To set off / to leave for a journey

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işe koyulmak

similar

To get to work / to start a task

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yola düşmek

similar

To hit the road (often for a long/hard trip)

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yol almak

builds on

To make progress / to cover distance

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yoldan çıkmak

contrast

To go astray / to deviate from the path

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