Signification
To breathe out deeply due to sadness or relief.
Contexte culturel
Sighing is often linked to the concept of 'Gönül' (the spiritual heart). It's seen as a way to vent the 'smoke' of the heart's fire. In classical poetry, the 'Ah' (sigh) is a powerful motif. It's said that a lover's sigh could burn down a city. Dramatic sighs are a staple of old Turkish movies to show unrequited love or poverty-induced sorrow. If you sigh deeply in a group, someone will likely ask 'Hayır mı?' (Is everything okay/Is it for the best?), showing the communal nature of Turkish emotions.
Use 'Derin' for Impact
Always use 'derin bir' (a deep) before 'iç çekti' to sound more like a native speaker when describing a significant emotional moment.
Don't Overuse
If you use it for every minor thing, you'll sound like a character in a soap opera. Reserve it for genuine moments of reflection or relief.
Signification
To breathe out deeply due to sadness or relief.
Use 'Derin' for Impact
Always use 'derin bir' (a deep) before 'iç çekti' to sound more like a native speaker when describing a significant emotional moment.
Don't Overuse
If you use it for every minor thing, you'll sound like a character in a soap opera. Reserve it for genuine moments of reflection or relief.
The 'Ah' Sound
Sometimes people literally say 'Ahhh' while sighing. You can describe this as 'Ah çekerek iç çekti'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'iç çekmek'.
Eski fotoğraflara bakarken derin bir ______.
The context of looking at old photos implies a nostalgic sigh, which is 'iç çekti'.
Which sentence expresses a sigh of relief?
Hangisi rahatlama anlatır?
'Rahat bir iç çekmek' is the standard expression for a sigh of relief.
Match the phrase to the situation.
1. İçini çekmek, 2. İç çekmek, 3. Oflamak
'İçini çekmek' is for sobbing, 'iç çekmek' for nostalgia/sadness, and 'oflamak' for boredom.
Complete the dialogue.
Can: 'Merve taşınmış.' Elif: 'Hadi ya... (______) Çok özleyeceğim.'
The context of missing someone ('özleyeceğim') requires a sigh.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesEski fotoğraflara bakarken derin bir ______.
The context of looking at old photos implies a nostalgic sigh, which is 'iç çekti'.
Hangisi rahatlama anlatır?
'Rahat bir iç çekmek' is the standard expression for a sigh of relief.
1. İçini çekmek, 2. İç çekmek, 3. Oflamak
'İçini çekmek' is for sobbing, 'iç çekmek' for nostalgia/sadness, and 'oflamak' for boredom.
Can: 'Merve taşınmış.' Elif: 'Hadi ya... (______) Çok özleyeceğim.'
The context of missing someone ('özleyeceğim') requires a sigh.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
5 questionsNo, it is also very commonly used for relief ('rahat bir iç çekmek') and sometimes for deep longing or nostalgia.
'İç çekmek' is emotional and deep. 'Oflamak' is the sound of boredom or being fed up (like 'pffft').
It's a bit too personal/emotional for a formal business email, but fine for a casual chat with a colleague.
Yes, 'iç çekişler' (sighs). Example: 'Onun derin iç çekişleri beni üzdü.'
Generally no. It's seen as a natural human reaction, though sighing loudly while someone is talking to you might seem like you are bored.
Expressions liées
ah çekmek
similarTo sigh loudly with pain or longing.
iç geçirmek
similarTo have a passing feeling of longing.
rahat bir nefes almak
synonymTo breathe a sigh of relief.
oflayıp puflamak
contrastTo huff and puff with boredom.
yutkunmak
builds onTo swallow (one's emotions).
