뜻
Taking a break or relaxing.
문화적 배경
Resting is almost always accompanied by tea. Offering tea to someone who is 'istirahət edir' is a sign of respect and hospitality. In the summer, Baku residents 'istirahət etmək' at their 'bağ' (summer houses) in villages like Mardakan or Bilgah to escape the city heat. The lush green forests and tea plantations make this a premier destination for 'nature-based' rest. Post-Soviet influence means that 'sanatoriums' are still a popular way to 'istirahət etmək', combining rest with health treatments like mud baths.
The 'Tea' Rule
If you are in Azerbaijan and someone says 'İstirahət edək', expect tea to appear within 5 minutes.
Don't say 'Take'
Never say 'istirahət götürmək' unless you are talking about taking official leave from work. For the act of resting, always use 'etmək'.
뜻
Taking a break or relaxing.
The 'Tea' Rule
If you are in Azerbaijan and someone says 'İstirahət edək', expect tea to appear within 5 minutes.
Don't say 'Take'
Never say 'istirahət götürmək' unless you are talking about taking official leave from work. For the act of resting, always use 'etmək'.
Voicing is Key
Mastering the 't' to 'd' change (edirəm) will make you sound much more like a native speaker.
Politeness
Asking 'Yaxşı istirahət etdiniz?' is a very polite way to start a conversation with someone returning from a weekend or trip.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the correct form of 'etmək' in the present continuous.
Mən indi bağda istirahət ______.
The subject is 'Mən' (I) and the time is 'indi' (now), so we need the 1st person singular present continuous form.
Which sentence is the most natural way to ask about a past vacation?
How do you say: 'Where did you rest?'
We use the auxiliary verb 'etmək' in the past tense (-din) for the 2nd person singular.
Complete the dialogue with the most appropriate phrase.
A: Çox yorğunam, başım ağrıyır. B: Sənə bir az ______ lazımdır.
If someone is tired and has a headache, they need to rest.
Match the sentence to the situation.
'Gəlin, on dəqiqə istirahət edək.'
This is a typical way to suggest a short break in a professional or group setting.
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시각 학습 자료
İstirahət vs. Yatmaq
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제Mən indi bağda istirahət ______.
The subject is 'Mən' (I) and the time is 'indi' (now), so we need the 1st person singular present continuous form.
How do you say: 'Where did you rest?'
We use the auxiliary verb 'etmək' in the past tense (-din) for the 2nd person singular.
A: Çox yorğunam, başım ağrıyır. B: Sənə bir az ______ lazımdır.
If someone is tired and has a headache, they need to rest.
'Gəlin, on dəqiqə istirahət edək.'
This is a typical way to suggest a short break in a professional or group setting.
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자주 묻는 질문
14 질문It is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, or your boss. It is never 'too formal' or 'too casual'.
Yes, absolutely. Just add the time: 'Beş dəqiqə istirahət edək'.
'Dincəlmək' is a bit more informal and often implies physical relaxation (like sitting on a couch). 'İstirahət etmək' is broader and can include vacations.
You can say 'Mən istirahətdəyəm' (I am in rest) or 'Mən tətildəyəm'.
No, the word 'istirahət' stays the same. Only 'etmək' changes its ending.
No, for a battery or machine, we don't use this phrase. It is only for living things.
Yes, many Azerbaijani pop songs use it when talking about summer or escaping the city.
The opposite is 'çalışmaq' (to work/strive) or 'yorulmaq' (to get tired).
Yes, in spoken Azerbaijani 'eləmək' often replaces 'etmək', but 'etmək' is better for writing.
Say 'Mənə istirahət lazımdır'.
In Azerbaijani, it is 'istirahət' (with 'ə'). In Turkish, it is 'istirahat' (with 'a').
Yes, 'mənəvi istirahət' or 'psixoloji istirahət' are common terms.
Extremely. You will hear it every day in offices and cafes.
İstirahət edirik (Present), İstirahət etdik (Past), İstirahət edəcəyik (Future).
관련 표현
Dincəlmək
synonymTo rest/relax
Tətil keçirmək
similarTo spend a holiday
Nəfəs almaq
figurativeTo take a breath
Yatmaq
contrastTo sleep
Əylənmək
builds onTo have fun
Asudə vaxt
specialized formLeisure time
