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B1 adjective 10분 분량

yeterli

sufficient

At the A1 level, you learn 'yeterli' as a basic way to talk about quantity. You use it to say you have enough of simple things like water, bread, or time. At this stage, you mostly use it in simple sentences like 'Bu yeterli' (This is enough) or 'Yeterli para yok' (There isn't enough money). You are beginning to understand that it describes a noun. You might hear it from a teacher or a shopkeeper. It is one of the first adjectives you learn to help you express your needs and limits in Turkish. You don't need to worry about complex grammar yet; just focus on the meaning of 'enough'.

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At the A2 level, you start using 'yeterli' to describe qualities and skills as well as physical objects. You can now say things like 'Bu oda iki kişi için yeterli' (This room is sufficient for two people). You are learning to use it with the 'için' (for) construction. You also start to recognize the negative form 'yeterli değil'. You might use it in a restaurant to tell a waiter that the amount of food is enough. You are also beginning to distinguish between 'yeterli' (adjective) and 'yeter' (verb), which is a common hurdle for beginners at this level.

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At the B1 level, you are expected to use 'yeterli' in more abstract and professional contexts. You can discuss whether a person's qualifications are 'yeterli' for a job or if a piece of evidence is 'yeterli' for an argument. You start using the noun form 'yeterlilik' (proficiency/competence). You understand the difference between 'yeterli' and 'yeterince' (the adverb) and can mostly use them correctly. You can participate in discussions about social issues, like whether the government is providing 'yeterli destek' (sufficient support) to citizens. Your use of the word becomes more precise and nuanced.

At the B2 level, you use 'yeterli' fluently in complex sentences. You can use it in conditional clauses, such as 'Eğer yeterli kaynak bulabilirsek, projeye başlarız' (If we can find sufficient resources, we will start the project). You are comfortable with its legal and technical uses, such as 'yeterli delil' (sufficient evidence) or 'yeterli çoğunluk' (sufficient majority). you can also use idiomatic variations and understand the subtle difference between 'yeterli' and its more formal synonyms like 'kâfi'. You can write reports or essays where you evaluate the sufficiency of various factors in a logical manner.

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At the C1 level, 'yeterli' is a tool for sophisticated analysis. You use it to discuss philosophical sufficiency or the adequacy of complex systems. You can use it to critique academic papers, noting where the methodology was 'yeterli' or 'yetersiz'. You understand the historical roots of the word and its place in the Turkish word family (yetmek, yetişmek, yetkin, vb.). You can use 'yeterli' in rhetorical questions and in persuasive speech to set high standards. Your vocabulary is rich enough to choose 'yeterli' over 'tamam' or 'uygun' to convey exactly the right level of objective adequacy.

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At the C2 level, you have a native-like grasp of 'yeterli'. You understand every nuance, from its use in ancient proverbs to its application in modern constitutional law. You can use it with perfect precision in any register, from slang to the most formal academic writing. You can play with the word in literature or poetry, utilizing its rhythmic qualities. You can explain the 'yeterlilik' (competence) of a linguistic theory or a political system with ease. For you, 'yeterli' is not just a vocabulary word; it is a versatile concept that you can manipulate to express the finest shades of meaning regarding limits and requirements.

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yeterli 30초 만에

Yeterli means 'sufficient' or 'enough' in Turkish.
It is an adjective that describes nouns (e.g., enough money, sufficient time).
It comes from the verb 'yetmek' (to be enough).
The negative form is 'yetersiz' or 'yeterli değil'.

The Turkish word yeterli is a fundamental adjective that translates primarily to 'sufficient' or 'enough' in English. It is derived from the verb yetmek, which means 'to be enough' or 'to suffice.' In Turkish daily life, this word is ubiquitous, appearing in contexts ranging from grocery shopping and cooking to professional evaluations and academic discussions. When you use 'yeterli', you are indicating that the quantity, quality, or intensity of something meets the required threshold for a specific purpose. It is a neutral word, neither overly formal nor slang, making it safe for almost any situation.

Quantity: Used to describe physical amounts. For example, having enough water for a journey or enough flour for a cake.
Quality/Skill: Used to describe whether someone's skills or a product's performance is adequate. 'Bu performans terfi için yeterli' (This performance is sufficient for a promotion).

Bu proje için bütçemiz yeterli değil.

Translation: Our budget for this project is not sufficient.

Beyond mere counts, 'yeterli' often carries a connotation of 'satisfactory.' In Turkish culture, hospitality is paramount, and a host will often ask if the food or hospitality is 'yeterli' (though they might more commonly use the verb form 'Yetti mi?' or 'Doydun mu?'). In professional settings, 'yeterlilik' (sufficiency/competence) is a standard term for certifications. If you are taking a language exam, you are looking for 'dil yeterliliği' (language proficiency). Understanding 'yeterli' is not just about knowing a word for 'enough'; it is about understanding the Turkish standard of adequacy.

Sınavdan geçmek için yeterli puanı aldım.

Translation: I got a sufficient score to pass the exam.

In the realm of logic and mathematics in Turkish, 'yeterli' is used to define 'sufficient conditions' (yeterli şartlar). This demonstrates the word's versatility from the kitchen to the laboratory. If you find yourself in a Turkish market and the vendor asks if you want more, saying 'Bu yeterli' (This is sufficient) is a polite and clear way to conclude the transaction. It avoids the brusqueness of 'Tamam' or the potential ambiguity of 'Oldu'. It is a word that provides clarity in expectations and results.

Using yeterli correctly involves understanding its placement in a sentence. As an adjective, it typically precedes the noun it modifies or follows the subject as a predicate. In Turkish, adjectives do not change based on gender (as Turkish has no grammatical gender) or number when they precede a noun. However, when used as a predicate, you might attach personal suffixes or the negative particle değil.

Attributive Usage: [Yeterli] + [Noun]: 'Yeterli zamanımız var' (We have sufficient time).
Predicative Usage: [Noun/Subject] + [Yeterli]: 'Bu yemek yeterli' (This food is sufficient).

Başvuru için yeterli belgeniz var mı?

Translation: Do you have sufficient documents for the application?

One common grammatical structure involves using 'yeterli' with the dative case (–a/–e) to indicate what something is sufficient *for*. For example, 'Bu para tatil için yeterli' (This money is sufficient for the holiday). Alternatively, you can use the dative directly: 'Bu miktar bize yeterli' (This amount is sufficient for us). Note that 'yeterli' can also be turned into an adverb by adding 'bir şekilde' (in a sufficient manner), though the adverbial form yeterince is much more common for that purpose.

Maalesef, tecrübeniz bu pozisyon için yeterli görülmedi.

Translation: Unfortunately, your experience was not considered sufficient for this position.

When asking questions, the question particle 'mi/mı/mu/mü' follows 'yeterli'. 'Bu kadar yeterli mi?' (Is this much enough?). This is a very common phrase when someone is pouring you tea or serving you food. In negative sentences, 'yeterli değil' is the standard construction. It's important to differentiate 'yeterli' from 'yeter'. 'Yeter' is the third-person singular present form of the verb 'yetmek' (it suffices), while 'yeterli' is the adjective (sufficient). You can say 'Bu bana yeter' (This suffices for me) or 'Bu benim için yeterli' (This is sufficient for me).

In Turkey, yeterli is a word of both the street and the office. You will hear it most frequently in service industries. When you are at a 'büfe' getting a sandwich, the master might ask 'Sos yeterli mi?' (Is the sauce enough?). In this context, it is a practical check on your satisfaction. Similarly, in a bank, a teller might inform you: 'İşlem için bakiyeniz yeterli değil' (Your balance is not sufficient for the transaction). This is one of the most common automated messages you will encounter at ATMs or on public transport card readers ('Yetersiz bakiye').

Automated Systems: 'Yetersiz bakiye' (Insufficient balance) is the most famous negative use of the root word.
News & Media: 'Barajlarda yeterli su kalmadı' (There is not enough water left in the dams).

Otobüse binmek için yeterli kredim yok.

Translation: I don't have sufficient credit to get on the bus.

In academic and professional life, 'yeterli' is part of the vocabulary of evaluation. Teachers use it on reports to indicate that a student has met the minimum requirements. In law, 'yeterli delil' (sufficient evidence) is a crucial term. If you are watching a detective drama in Turkish, you will undoubtedly hear a prosecutor say, 'Dava açmak için yeterli delilimiz var' (We have sufficient evidence to open a case). It represents a standard of proof or readiness.

Bu açıklama benim için yeterli bir sebep değil.

Translation: This explanation is not a sufficient reason for me.

Socially, 'yeterli' can be a polite way to set boundaries. If someone is offering you more help than you need, you might say, 'Bu kadarı benim için yeterli, teşekkür ederim' (This much is sufficient for me, thank you). It conveys a sense of completion without being rude. In the Turkish parliament or formal debates, you might hear 'Yeterli çoğunluk sağlandı' (The sufficient majority has been achieved), which is a technical way of saying a quorum was reached. From the most mundane daily tasks to high-level legal proceedings, 'yeterli' is the yardstick of Turkish life.

One of the most frequent errors English speakers make is confusing yeterli (adjective) with yeterince (adverb). In English, the word 'enough' functions as both an adjective ('enough money') and an adverb ('good enough'). In Turkish, these are strictly separated. If you want to say 'I slept enough,' you should use 'Yeterince uyudum,' not 'Yeterli uyudum.' Using 'yeterli' as an adverb sounds unnatural and grammatically incorrect to native ears.

Adjective vs. Adverb: Use 'yeterli' for nouns: 'yeterli ekmek' (enough bread). Use 'yeterince' for verbs/adjectives: 'yeterince hızlı' (fast enough).
Confusion with 'Yeter': Don't use 'yeterli' as an exclamation. If someone is pouring water and you want them to stop, say 'Yeter!' (Enough!), not 'Yeterli!'.

Yanlış: Yeterli çalışmadın. Doğru: Yeterince çalışmadın.

Explanation: You need the adverbial form to modify the verb 'çalışmak' (to work).

Another mistake is the placement of 'yeterli' when comparing. In English, we say 'big enough,' where 'enough' follows the adjective. In Turkish, if you want to say something is 'big enough,' you would say 'yeterince büyük.' If you use 'yeterli' here, it would be 'yeterli büyüklükte' (at a sufficient size), which is a different construction. Remember: 'yeterli' needs a noun to lean on, or it needs to be the predicate of the sentence.

Yanlış: Bu oda yeterli sıcak. Doğru: Bu oda yeterince sıcak.

Explanation: Use 'yeterince' before other adjectives like 'sıcak' (hot).

Lastly, learners often forget that 'yeterli' can be negated as 'yetersiz' (insufficient). While 'yeterli değil' is common and perfectly correct, 'yetersiz' is often used as a direct adjective, especially in more formal or technical settings like 'yetersiz beslenme' (malnutrition/insufficient nutrition). Choosing between 'yeterli değil' and 'yetersiz' is often a matter of flow and emphasis, but using 'yetersiz' as a single-word adjective is a sign of more advanced Turkish proficiency.

Turkish has several ways to express the concept of 'enough,' and choosing the right one depends on the register and the specific nuance you want to convey. While yeterli is the most standard and modern term, you will encounter others in literature, older films, or specific religious/cultural contexts.

Kâfi: This is an Arabic-rooted synonym. It is considered somewhat old-fashioned or formal. You might hear an older person say 'Kâfi!' instead of 'Yeter!'. In modern Turkish, it's mostly used for stylistic effect.
Tamam: While usually meaning 'okay,' in the context of quantity, it can mean 'that's enough.' If someone is filling your cup, saying 'Tamam' is a very common way to tell them to stop.
Elverişli: This means 'suitable' or 'favorable.' While not a direct synonym for 'sufficient,' it is often used when a condition is 'sufficiently good' for something to happen, like 'hava koşulları elverişli' (the weather conditions are favorable/sufficient).

Bu kadar hazırlık kâfi, artık başlayabiliriz.

Translation: This much preparation is sufficient (kâfi), we can start now.

Another important distinction is with the word uygun (appropriate/suitable). Sometimes learners use 'yeterli' when they mean 'suitable.' For example, if a dress fits you well, it is 'uygun,' not 'yeterli.' 'Yeterli' refers to quantity or the meeting of a requirement, not the aesthetic or functional fit. Additionally, consider doyurucu (satisfying/filling). If you are talking about food, 'yeterli' means there was enough of it, but 'doyurucu' means it actually made you full and satisfied.

Maaşım geçinmek için yeterli ama lüks için değil.

Translation: My salary is sufficient to get by, but not for luxury.

In more literary or legal contexts, you might see kifayet (sufficiency) or müstağni (self-sufficient/content). However, for 99% of conversations, 'yeterli' and its adverbial form 'yeterince' will be your primary tools. When you want to emphasize that something is *more* than enough, you can use the phrase 'yeter de artar' (it's enough and then some). This idiomatic expression adds a touch of native flavor to your speech, showing that the sufficiency is generous.

How Formal Is It?

격식체

"Kurumumuz, başvuru dosyanızı yeterli bulmuştur."

중립

"Bu miktar pasta için yeterli."

비격식체

"Bu kadar yeterli bence, boşver."

Child friendly

"Oyuncakların oynamak için yeterli mi?"

속어

"Bana bu kadarı yeterli, ben kaçar."

재미있는 사실

The root 'yet-' is also the base for 'yetişkin' (adult), implying someone who has 'reached' full growth.

발음 가이드

UK /je.teɾˈli/

US /je.tɛɾˈli/

Last syllable (li)

라임이 맞는 단어

değerli kederli yerli terli hünerli fenerli şekerli derli

자주 하는 실수

Pronouncing the 'r' too hard like in English 'red'.
Stressing the first syllable (YE-ter-li) instead of the last.
Making the 'e' sound too long like 'ay'.

난이도

독해 2/5

Easy to recognize in texts.

쓰기 3/5

Requires distinguishing from 'yeterince'.

말하기 2/5

Common and easy to pronounce.

듣기 2/5

Clearly articulated in most contexts.

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

yetmek var yok için para

다음에 배울 것

yeterince yetersiz yeterlilik yetkin uygun

고급

kifayet müstağni elverişli ikame asgari

알아야 할 문법

Adjective Word Order

Yeterli (adj) + Zaman (noun)

Dative Case with Sufficiency

Bize (dative) yeterli.

Postposition 'için'

Sınav için yeterli.

Negation with 'değil'

Yeterli değil.

Adverbial Suffix '-ince'

Yeterince (adverb).

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수준별 예문

Bu su yeterli.

This water is sufficient.

Simple predicative use of the adjective.

Yeterli ekmek var mı?

Is there sufficient bread?

Interrogative sentence with 'var mı'.

Burası yeterli.

This place is enough.

Using a demonstrative pronoun as the subject.

Yeterli para yok.

There isn't sufficient money.

Negative existence with 'yok'.

İki elma yeterli.

Two apples are sufficient.

Quantity followed by the adjective.

Bu çay yeterli.

This tea is enough.

Standard adjective-noun relationship.

Yeterli süt aldın mı?

Did you buy sufficient milk?

Direct object with 'aldın mı'.

Hayır, yeterli değil.

No, it is not sufficient.

Negation using 'değil'.

Bu oda bizim için yeterli.

This room is sufficient for us.

Using 'için' (for) to specify the beneficiary.

Sınav için yeterli zamanın var.

You have sufficient time for the exam.

Possessive construction 'zamanın var'.

Yeterli bakiye bulunamadı.

Sufficient balance was not found.

Passive voice 'bulunamadı'.

Bu yemek hepimize yeterli mi?

Is this food sufficient for all of us?

Dative pronoun 'hepimize'.

Yeterli bilgi vermediler.

They did not give sufficient information.

Past tense negative.

Daha fazla çalışmak yeterli olacak.

Working more will be sufficient.

Future tense with 'olacak'.

Yeterli ışık yok, göremiyorum.

There isn't sufficient light, I can't see.

Cause and effect sentence.

Bu kalemler yeterli mi?

Are these pens sufficient?

Plural subject.

Bu iş için yeterli tecrübeye sahipsin.

You have sufficient experience for this job.

Using 'sahip olmak' (to possess).

Yeterli kanıt olmadan suçlayamazsın.

You cannot accuse without sufficient proof.

Ablative gerund '-madan' (without).

Şirketin yeterli kaynağı var.

The company has sufficient resources.

Genitive-possessive construction.

Yeterli desteği göreceğimize inanıyorum.

I believe we will see sufficient support.

Accusative case 'desteği'.

Başvuru için belgeler yeterli görüldü.

The documents were deemed sufficient for the application.

Passive voice 'görüldü'.

Yeterli uyku sağlığımız için çok önemlidir.

Sufficient sleep is very important for our health.

Subject of a complex sentence.

Bu açıklama benim için yeterli bir sebep.

This explanation is a sufficient reason for me.

Indefinite article 'bir'.

Yeterli çoğunluk sağlanamadığı için toplantı ertelendi.

The meeting was postponed because a sufficient majority was not achieved.

Causal clause with '-dığı için'.

Yeterli önlemler alınsaydı bu kaza olmazdı.

If sufficient measures had been taken, this accident wouldn't have happened.

Conditional mood with 'olsaydı'.

Eğitim sistemimiz yeterli donanıma sahip değil.

Our education system does not have sufficient equipment.

Negative 'sahip değil'.

Yeterli düzeyde İngilizce bilmek şart.

It is mandatory to know English at a sufficient level.

Infinitive 'bilmek' as subject.

Bu kanıtlar mahkemede yeterli sayılmayabilir.

These proofs might not be considered sufficient in court.

Possibility with '-ebil'.

Yeterli verim alamadığımız için yöntemi değiştirdik.

We changed the method because we couldn't get sufficient efficiency.

Object clause with '-diğimiz'.

Proje için yeterli bütçe ayrıldı.

Sufficient budget was allocated for the project.

Passive verb 'ayrıldı'.

Kendini yeterli hissetmek başarının anahtarıdır.

Feeling sufficient (capable) is the key to success.

Reflexive 'kendini'.

Yeterli motivasyonunuz varsa her şeyi yapabilirsiniz.

If you have sufficient motivation, you can do anything.

Conditional 'varsa'.

Yeterli kurumsal hafıza oluşturulmadan süreklilik sağlanamaz.

Continuity cannot be ensured without creating sufficient institutional memory.

Complex passive construction.

Tezinizdeki literatür taraması yeterli derinlikte değil.

The literature review in your thesis is not at a sufficient depth.

Locative case 'derinlikte'.

Yeterli rekabet ortamı oluşmadığı sürece fiyatlar düşmez.

Prices will not fall as long as a sufficient competitive environment is not formed.

Temporal clause 'madığı sürece'.

Sanatçının yeterli olgunluğa eriştiği söylenebilir.

It can be said that the artist has reached sufficient maturity.

Dative case 'olgunluğa'.

Yeterli altyapı yatırımı yapılmadığı takdirde kriz kaçınılmazdır.

In the event that sufficient infrastructure investment is not made, crisis is inevitable.

Formal condition 'takdirde'.

Bu veriler, teoriyi desteklemek için yeterli bir zemin sunuyor.

These data offer a sufficient ground to support the theory.

Metaphorical use of 'zemin'.

Yeterli özgüvene sahip olmayan bireyler sosyal ortamlarda zorlanabilir.

Individuals who do not have sufficient self-confidence may struggle in social settings.

Adjective clause with '-olmayan'.

Yeterli hukuki dayanak bulunmadığı gerekçesiyle dava reddedildi.

The lawsuit was rejected on the grounds that there was no sufficient legal basis.

Causal phrase 'gerekçesiyle'.

Söz konusu varsayımın yeterli ampirik temellere dayanmadığı aşikardır.

It is evident that the assumption in question is not based on sufficient empirical foundations.

Highly formal academic Turkish.

Yeterli toplumsal mutabakat sağlanmadan anayasa değişikliği yapılamaz.

Constitutional changes cannot be made without achieving sufficient social consensus.

Political terminology.

Entelektüel birikimi bu tartışmayı yürütmek için gayet yeterli.

His intellectual accumulation is quite sufficient to carry out this debate.

Adverb 'gayet' for emphasis.

Yeterli düzeyde temsil edilmediklerini düşünen azınlıklar seslerini yükseltiyor.

Minorities who think they are not sufficiently represented are raising their voices.

Complex participle structure.

Eserin yeterli estetik değere sahip olup olmadığı tartışmalıdır.

Whether the work has sufficient aesthetic value or not is debatable.

Indirect question 'olup olmadığı'.

Yeterli teknik teçhizatın yokluğu, operasyonun başarısını gölgeledi.

The absence of sufficient technical equipment overshadowed the success of the operation.

Abstract noun 'yokluğu' as subject.

Yeterli esneklik payı bırakılmayan planlar çökmeye mahkumdur.

Plans that are not left with a sufficient margin of flexibility are doomed to collapse.

Participle '-bırakılmayan'.

Yeterli liyakat gözetilmeden yapılan atamalar kurumu zayıflatır.

Appointments made without observing sufficient merit weaken the institution.

Formal gerund '-meden'.

자주 쓰는 조합

yeterli bakiye

yeterli zaman

yeterli delil

yeterli miktar

yeterli bilgi

yeterli çoğunluk

yeterli kaynak

yeterli tecrübe

yeterli önlem

yeterli sebep

자주 쓰는 구문

Bu kadarı yeterli.

Yeterli görüldü.

Yeterli değil.

Yeterli mi?

Gayet yeterli.

Yeterli gelmek

Yeterli bulmak

Yeterli sayılmak

Yeterli düzeyde

Yeterli kalmak

자주 혼동되는 단어

yeterli vs yeter

Yeter is a verb/exclamation; Yeterli is an adjective.

yeterli vs yeterince

Yeterince is an adverb; Yeterli is an adjective.

yeterli vs uygun

Uygun means suitable/appropriate; Yeterli means enough.

관용어 및 표현

"Yeter de artar."

It is more than enough.

Bu yemek bize yeter de artar.

informal

"Yetti gari!"

Enough already! (Regional/Dialect)

Yetti gari, sus artık!

slang/regional

"Yetti artık!"

I've had enough! (Anger)

Yetti artık, sabrım kalmadı!

informal

"Canıma yetti."

I am fed up with it.

Bu gürültü canıma yetti.

informal

"Kifayet etmek"

To be sufficient (formal verb).

Bu sözler kifayet eder.

formal

"Yeterli gelmemek"

To fall short/not be enough.

Gücüm buna yeterli gelmiyor.

neutral

"Kendine yetmek"

To be self-sufficient.

O, kendine yeten bir insan.

neutral

"Yetişmek"

To be enough for (also means to grow or reach).

Para ucu ucuna yetişti.

neutral

"Yetinmek"

To settle for/be content with.

Eldekiyle yetinmeyi bilmelisin.

neutral

"Gözü doymamak"

To never find enough (greedy).

Onun gözü hiç doymaz.

informal

혼동하기 쉬운

yeterli vs yeterince

Both translate to 'enough' in English.

Yeterli is an adjective (modifies nouns). Yeterince is an adverb (modifies verbs/adjectives).

Yeterli para (adj) / Yeterince hızlı (adv).

yeterli vs yetişkin

Same root 'yet-'.

Yetişkin means 'adult'. Yeterli means 'sufficient'.

O bir yetişkin.

yeterli vs yetkin

Same root 'yet-'.

Yetkin means 'competent' or 'expert'. Yeterli means 'sufficient'.

Yetkin bir doktor.

yeterli vs yeter

Used as an exclamation.

Yeter is a verb form used to mean 'Stop/That's enough'. Yeterli is a descriptive word.

Yeter artık!

yeterli vs kâfi

Direct synonym.

Kâfi is Arabic-rooted and sounds more old-fashioned or formal.

Bu kadar kâfi.

문장 패턴

Bu [Noun] yeterli.

Bu su yeterli.

[Noun] için yeterli.

Yemek için yeterli.

Yeterli [Noun] + [Verb].

Yeterli para harcadım.

Yeterli [Noun] olduğu için...

Yeterli zaman olduğu için bekledik.

Yeterli düzeyde [Noun]...

Yeterli düzeyde katılım sağlandı.

Yeterli liyakat gözetilmeksizin...

Yeterli liyakat gözetilmeksizin atama yapıldı.

All

[Noun] yeterli mi?

Tuz yeterli mi?

All

Yeterli değil.

Bu miktar yeterli değil.

어휘 가족

명사

동사

형용사

사용법

frequency

Extremely high in daily, academic, and professional Turkish.

자주 하는 실수

Yeterli çalışmak. → Yeterince çalışmak.
You cannot use an adjective to modify a verb.
Bu yemek çok yeterli. → Bu yemek fazlasıyla yeterli.
Sufficiency isn't usually graded with 'very'.
Yeterli! (to stop someone) → Yeter!
Use the verb form as a command/exclamation.
Büyük yeterli. → Yeterince büyük.
The order is reversed compared to English 'big enough'.
Yeterli bakiye yoksunluğu. → Yetersiz bakiye.
'Yetersiz bakiye' is the standard fixed phrase.

팁

Noun First

In Turkish, 'yeterli' usually comes before the noun: 'yeterli bütçe'.

The Tea Test

When someone pours you tea, say 'Yeterli, teşekkürler' to be polite.

Opposites

Learn 'yetersiz' alongside 'yeterli' to double your vocabulary.

Metro Sounds

Listen for the 'Yetersiz bakiye' beep on public transport.

Formal Reports

Use 'yeterli düzeyde' to describe levels of achievement.

Hospitality

Don't be offended if a Turk says your food is 'yeterli'—they mean it's good!

The 'Yet' Connection

Remember: Yet-erli = Enough 'Yet'.

Sufficient Conditions

In math, 'yeterli şart' is the term for a sufficient condition.

Adverb Alert

Never say 'Yeterli uyudum'. Say 'Yeterince uyudum'.

Word Family

Explore 'yetkinlik' (competence) as a follow-up word.

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기억법

Think of 'Yeter' as 'Yet' in English. 'Is it enough YET?' Yes, it is 'Yeterli' (Sufficient).

시각적 연상

Imagine a glass filled exactly to the line that says 'Enough'. That line is 'Yeterli'.

Word Web

yetmek yeter yeterli yetersiz yeterince yeterlilik yetişmek yetki

챌린지

Try to use 'yeterli' and 'yetersiz' in the same sentence today, such as 'Zaman yeterli ama para yetersiz'.

어원

Derived from the Old Turkic root 'yet-', which means to reach, to arrive, or to be enough.

원래 의미: To reach a certain point or level.

Turkic

문화적 맥락

Calling someone's work 'yeterli' can sometimes be seen as 'just okay' or 'mediocre' rather than 'excellent'.

English speakers often over-use 'yeterli' as an adverb. Remember to use 'yeterince' for 'enough' when it's not describing a noun.

The phrase 'Yeter! Söz milletindir!' (Enough! The word belongs to the nation!) was a famous political slogan in 1950.

실생활에서 연습하기

실제 사용 상황

Shopping

Bu kadar yeterli.
Yeterli para var mı?
Yeterli poşet aldım.
Daha fazlası yeterli değil.

Education

Yeterli puan aldım.
Yeterlilik sınavı ne zaman?
Yeterli bilgi vermedin.
Kaynaklar yeterli mi?

Cooking

Yeterli tuz ekle.
Bu su yeterli mi?
Yeterli miktarda un.
Yeterli ısıda pişir.

Finance

Yeterli bakiye yok.
Bütçe yeterli değil.
Yeterli yatırım yapıldı.
Gelirim yeterli.

Law

Yeterli delil var.
Yeterli şüphe oluştu.
Hukuki olarak yeterli.
Yeterli sebep yok.

대화 시작하기

"Sizce bu şehirde yeterli park var mı?"

"İşinizi yapmak için yeterli vaktiniz oluyor mu?"

"Yeterli bakiye uyarısı alınca ne hissedersiniz?"

"Sizce bir dil öğrenmek için günde bir saat yeterli mi?"

"Hayatınızda her şeyin yeterli olduğunu düşünüyor musunuz?"

일기 주제

Bugün kendimi hangi konularda yeterli hissettim?

Hayatımda neyin yeterli olmadığını düşünüyorum ve bunu nasıl değiştirebilirim?

Yeterli bütçem olsaydı bugün ne satın alırdım?

Başarılı bir gün geçirmek için hangi şartlar yeterlidir?

Yeterince dinlendiğimi düşünüyor muyum?

자주 묻는 질문

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Yes, but it usually refers to their skills or presence. 'Bu iş için yeterli bir aday' (A sufficient candidate for this job). If you mean 'enough of a person' in a negative sense, you'd use 'yetti'.

The first means sufficient, the second means not sufficient. It is the most common way to negate the adjective.

It is neutral. You can use it with your friends, your boss, or in a legal document.

You should use 'yeterince iyi', using the adverbial form.

Absolutely. 'Yeterli zaman' is a very common phrase.

It is the noun form, meaning 'proficiency', 'competence', or 'sufficiency'.

It sounds a bit strange, like saying 'very sufficient'. Use 'fazlasıyla yeterli' instead.

Yes, both share the root 'yet-', relating to having enough power or reach.

Only if you want to sound very formal, traditional, or slightly poetic.

Confusing it with the adverb 'yeterince' in sentences like 'I worked enough'.

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