Meaning
Asking someone to say something again.
Cultural Background
Using the formal 'Siz' (you plural) and the '-ın' suffix is vital. Even if you are older than the person, if you don't know them, use the formal form. In the fast-paced capital, people might speak very quickly. Don't be shy to use 'Təkrarlayın' multiple times; it's seen as a sign of interest in the conversation. While the word is the same, the accent might be more melodic. You might hear 'Təkrar elə' (informal) more frequently in casual speech. Repetition is the core of the 'Soviet-style' education legacy still present in some areas, where rote memorization is common. 'Təkrarlayın' is a constant refrain in classrooms.
The 'Zəhmət' Rule
Always pair 'Təkrarlayın' with 'Zəhmət olmasa' for instant respect from locals.
Don't just say 'Nə?'
Saying 'Nə?' (What?) is considered very rude. Use 'Təkrarlayın' instead.
Meaning
Asking someone to say something again.
The 'Zəhmət' Rule
Always pair 'Təkrarlayın' with 'Zəhmət olmasa' for instant respect from locals.
Don't just say 'Nə?'
Saying 'Nə?' (What?) is considered very rude. Use 'Təkrarlayın' instead.
Eye Contact
Maintain soft eye contact when asking someone to repeat; it shows you are genuinely trying to learn.
Hand Gestures
A small circular motion with your hand can help signal the request for repetition visually.
Test Yourself
You are talking to your teacher. Which one should you use?
Müəllim, zəhmət olmasa, ____.
The '-ın' ending is necessary for formal address with a teacher.
Fill in the missing letters to complete the formal command.
Zəhmət olmasa, təkrarl____.
The suffix '-ayın' (after the buffer 'y') completes the formal imperative.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
Situation: You are in a noisy bazaar and didn't hear the price.
'Təkrarlayın' is used to ask someone to say something again.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Adım Əhməddir. B: Bağışlayın, ____?
B is asking A to repeat their name because they didn't catch it.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Common Objects to Repeat
Speech
- • Söz
- • Cümlə
- • Sual
Information
- • Qiymət
- • Ünvan
- • Nömrə
Practice Bank
4 exercisesMüəllim, zəhmət olmasa, ____.
The '-ın' ending is necessary for formal address with a teacher.
Zəhmət olmasa, təkrarl____.
The suffix '-ayın' (after the buffer 'y') completes the formal imperative.
Situation: You are in a noisy bazaar and didn't hear the price.
'Təkrarlayın' is used to ask someone to say something again.
A: Adım Əhməddir. B: Bağışlayın, ____?
B is asking A to repeat their name because they didn't catch it.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, it's perfect. It shows you are a polite guest.
Yes, you can say 'Mahnını təkrarlayın' (Repeat the song).
'Təkrarlayın' is 'Repeat', 'Yenidən deyin' is 'Say it again'. They are interchangeable.
Say 'Təkrarlamayın'.
Yes, it prevents two vowels from clashing (a-ı).
Yes, but add 'Xahiş edirəm' (I request) for extra politeness.
Say 'Yavaş təkrarlayın'.
Yes, it's universally understood by all Azerbaijani speakers.
Yes, 'Dərsi təkrarlayın' can mean 'Review the lesson'.
It is in the top 100 most useful words for learners.
Related Phrases
Bir daha
similarOnce more
Yenidən
synonymAgain / Anew
Başa düşmədim
builds onI didn't understand
Yavaş danışın
similarSpeak slowly
İzah edin
contrastExplain
