Meaning
Choosing a course of action.
Cultural Background
Decisions are rarely made in isolation. The concept of 'məsləhət' (advice) is central. Even if someone has already 'qərar verdi', they might say 'məsləhətdir' (it is advised) to sound more humble. In modern Baku, 'decisiveness' is a key trait for 'müdir' (bosses). A boss who cannot 'qərar vermək' quickly may be seen as weak. In villages, the 'Ağsaqqal' (Elder) often gives the final 'qərar' for community disputes or marriages. Younger Azerbaijanis use social media polls ('Siz qərar verin') to engage their audience, showing a shift toward more democratic/public decision-making.
The 'Ki' Shortcut
If you forget the dative case, just say 'Qərar verdim ki...' and then say a full sentence. It's much easier for beginners!
Avoid 'Etmək'
Using 'qərar etmək' is the #1 sign of a non-native speaker. Always use 'vermək'.
Meaning
Choosing a course of action.
The 'Ki' Shortcut
If you forget the dative case, just say 'Qərar verdim ki...' and then say a full sentence. It's much easier for beginners!
Avoid 'Etmək'
Using 'qərar etmək' is the #1 sign of a non-native speaker. Always use 'vermək'.
Consult First
When talking to elders, use 'Sizinlə məsləhətləşib qərar vermək istəyirəm' to show respect.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'vermək'.
Mən dünən Bakıya getməyə qərar ______.
The word 'dünən' (yesterday) indicates the past tense, so 'verdim' is correct.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct way to say 'I decided on this car'.
The object of 'qərar vermək' must be in the dative case (-a/-ə).
Complete the dialogue.
A: Hansı yeməyi istəyirsən? B: Mən hələ ______.
The word 'hələ' (yet) usually requires a negative verb form in the perfect tense.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are in a meeting and the team has finally picked a strategy.
Both 'qərar verdik' and 'qərara gəldik' are appropriate for a professional conclusion.
Complete the sentence with the correct case ending.
Yeni ev al____ qərar verdik.
The infinitive 'almaq' needs the dative case '-a' (becoming -mağa) when used with 'qərar vermək'.
🎉 Score: /5
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
5 exercisesMən dünən Bakıya getməyə qərar ______.
The word 'dünən' (yesterday) indicates the past tense, so 'verdim' is correct.
Choose the correct way to say 'I decided on this car'.
The object of 'qərar vermək' must be in the dative case (-a/-ə).
A: Hansı yeməyi istəyirsən? B: Mən hələ ______.
The word 'hələ' (yet) usually requires a negative verb form in the perfect tense.
You are in a meeting and the team has finally picked a strategy.
Both 'qərar verdik' and 'qərara gəldik' are appropriate for a professional conclusion.
Yeni ev al____ qərar verdik.
The infinitive 'almaq' needs the dative case '-a' (becoming -mağa) when used with 'qərar vermək'.
🎉 Score: /5
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, it means 'I have a decision,' but it's less active than 'qərar verdim.'
It is neutral. It works in both a cafe and a courtroom.
Use the present continuous: 'Hələ qərar verirəm.'
'Qərar' is the decision/resolution; 'seçim' is the choice/option.
Yes, 'Hakim qərar verdi' (The referee made a decision/call).
Yes, 'qərarlaşmaq', but it's usually used for mutual decisions (settling on something).
Say 'Qərarımı dəyişdim.'
In this context, it's a 'light verb' and doesn't mean physical giving.
Yes, this is a very common and natural structure.
In Azerbaijani, it is 'qərar' (with a Q). 'Karar' is Turkish.
Related Phrases
Qərara gəlmək
similarTo come to a decision
Seçim etmək
similarTo make a choice
Razılaşmaq
builds onTo agree
İmtina etmək
contrastTo refuse/decline
Təsdiqləmək
specialized formTo confirm
