Bedeutung
Someone who lacks shame or modesty.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The concept of 'face' (yüz) is central to Turkish social life. To 'have a face' (yüzü olmak) means to have the right to speak or be present based on your past honorable behavior. Similar to Turkey, many Middle Eastern cultures view public shame as a primary deterrent for bad behavior. A 'yüzsüz' person is seen as a threat to the social fabric. In Italy and Greece, 'brazenness' is often discussed in the context of family honor. 'Yüzsüz' behavior often brings shame not just to the individual but to their whole family. In the age of social media, 'yüzsüzlük' has taken on a new form where people perform shameless acts for 'clout' or 'likes,' often being called out by the Turkish 'linç' (online mob) culture.
It's an insult
Never use this word for someone you want to stay on good terms with. It's a direct attack on their character.
Use 'Pişkin' for humor
If you want to be slightly less harsh or more sarcastic, use 'pişkin' instead of 'yüzsüz.'
Bedeutung
Someone who lacks shame or modesty.
It's an insult
Never use this word for someone you want to stay on good terms with. It's a direct attack on their character.
Use 'Pişkin' for humor
If you want to be slightly less harsh or more sarcastic, use 'pişkin' instead of 'yüzsüz.'
The 'Face' Metaphor
Remember that many Turkish idioms use 'yüz.' If you understand 'yüzsüz,' you'll understand 'yüzü kızarmak' (to blush) and 'yüzü düşmek' (to be sad).
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'yüzsüz'.
O kadar _______ ki, yalanı ortaya çıkınca bile gülmeye devam etti.
The context describes someone who continues to laugh even after their lie is exposed, which is the definition of being shameless.
Which situation best describes 'yüzsüzlük'?
Aşağıdakilerden hangisi bir yüzsüzlük örneğidir?
Taking money, not paying it back, and asking for more is a classic example of shameless behavior.
Match the word with its synonym.
Kelimeleri eşleştirin.
Pişkin and Yüzsüz are close synonyms in the context of shamelessness.
Complete the dialogue.
Ayşe: 'Mehmet yine partiye davetsiz gelmiş.' Fatma: 'İnanmıyorum, ne kadar _______ bir adam!'
Coming to a party uninvited after previous issues is a 'yüzsüz' act.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Yüzsüz vs. Pişkin
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenO kadar _______ ki, yalanı ortaya çıkınca bile gülmeye devam etti.
The context describes someone who continues to laugh even after their lie is exposed, which is the definition of being shameless.
Aşağıdakilerden hangisi bir yüzsüzlük örneğidir?
Taking money, not paying it back, and asking for more is a classic example of shameless behavior.
Ordne jedem Element links seinen Partner rechts zu:
Pişkin and Yüzsüz are close synonyms in the context of shamelessness.
Ayşe: 'Mehmet yine partiye davetsiz gelmiş.' Fatma: 'İnanmıyorum, ne kadar _______ bir adam!'
Coming to a party uninvited after previous issues is a 'yüzsüz' act.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenNo, it's not a 'curse' word, but it is a strong insult. You can say it on TV, but you shouldn't say it to your elders.
It's a bit harsh for a child. 'Arsız' or 'yaramaz' is more common for children who are being pushy.
The opposite would be 'mahcup' (bashful/embarrassed) or 'utangaç' (shy).
The noun form is 'yüzsüzlük.'
Only when complaining about a competitor or a very bad client behind their back.
No, it has nothing to do with physical beauty. It's entirely about character.
Almost never. In very rare cases, someone might admire a 'yüzsüz' person's ability to get what they want, but it's still backhanded.
'Utanmaz' literally means 'one who doesn't shame.' They are almost identical, but 'yüzsüz' is more common in spoken Turkish.
Yes, 'pişkin' is the most common slangy/informal alternative.
Round your lips as if to say 'o' but try to say 'ee'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
yüzsüzlük etmek
specialized formTo act shamelessly
pişkinlik
similarBeing thick-skinned
yüzü kızarmamak
similarNot to blush
arsız
synonymImpudent/Greedy
yüzü asık
contrastSullen/Grumpy
yüz akı
contrastSource of pride
