önemsemek
önemsemek in 30 Seconds
- Önemsemek means to care about or give importance to something.
- It is a transitive verb and always takes the accusative case (-i).
- It can be used for people, abstract ideas, or daily tasks.
- The negative form 'önemsememek' means to dismiss or not care.
The Turkish verb önemsemek is a fundamental pillar of expressing priority, emotional investment, and cognitive focus. At its core, it translates to 'to care about,' 'to give importance to,' or 'to take seriously.' Derived from the noun önem (importance), which itself stems from the root ön (front/priority), the word literally suggests placing something at the forefront of one's mind or agenda. In Turkish culture, where interpersonal relationships and social duties are highly valued, önemsemek carries a significant weight; it is not just a passive feeling but often implies an active state of consideration.
- Emotional Depth
- When used regarding people, it signifies a deep level of respect and affection. To say 'Seni önemsiyorum' (I care about you) is often more profound than a simple 'Seni seviyorum' (I love you) because it implies that the person's thoughts, feelings, and well-being are a priority in your life. It suggests a protective and attentive stance.
- Professional Context
- In a workplace or academic setting, önemsemek refers to the diligence and seriousness one applies to a task. If a manager says they 'önemsemek' a project, it means they are monitoring it closely and expect high standards. It is the opposite of being 'ihmalkâr' (negligent).
- Social Responsibility
- The word is frequently used in discussions about environment, health, and ethics. 'Çevreyi önemsemek' (caring about the environment) suggests a conscious effort to change behavior for the greater good.
Sağlığını önemsemek her şeyden önce gelir.
Understanding the nuances of önemsemek requires looking at its negative form, önemsememek. This isn't just 'not caring'; it often implies 'dismissing' or 'belittling.' If someone 'önemsemiyor' your advice, they are ignoring its value. This makes the verb central to conflicts and resolutions in Turkish dialogue. Furthermore, the verb is transitive, meaning it directly affects an object. In Turkish grammar, this object must take the accusative case suffix (-i, -ı, -u, -ü). For example, 'bu konuyu önemsiyorum' (I care about this subject). The subject 'konu' becomes 'konuyu'.
In literary contexts, authors use önemsemek to highlight a character's internal values. A protagonist might 'önemsemek' a small heirloom, symbolizing their connection to the past. This versatility—from the mundane to the philosophical—makes it one of the top 500 most useful verbs for a B2 learner. It bridges the gap between basic survival Turkish and nuanced, expressive communication. Whether you are discussing politics, family, or personal goals, you will find yourself reaching for this verb to establish what truly matters to you.
Mastering the usage of önemsemek involves understanding its grammatical requirements and its placement within different sentence structures. As a transitive verb, its most distinctive feature is its relationship with the direct object, which must always be in the accusative case. This distinguishes it from verbs like 'değer vermek' (to give value to), which requires the dative case.
- The Accusative Rule
- Whenever you specify what you care about, add the appropriate accusative suffix to that noun.
Example: 'Ailesini önemsiyor.' (He cares about his family.) - Using with Verbs (Gerunds)
- To say you care about 'doing' something, use the -ma/-me gerund form followed by the accusative -yı/-yi.
Example: 'Kitap okumayı önemsiyorum.' (I care about reading books.)
Lütfen söylediklerimi önemse.
In questions, önemsemek is often used to gauge someone's priorities. 'Bunu gerçekten önemsiyor musun?' (Do you really care about this?) can be a neutral inquiry or a skeptical challenge. In the negative, 'Önemsemiyorum,' it is a powerful way to express indifference or dismissal. In Turkish culture, being told 'Beni önemsemiyorsun' (You don't care about me) is a common emotional plea in relationships, highlighting the verb's role in emotional labor.
Furthermore, the verb can be modified by adverbs to show the degree of care. 'Çok önemsemek' (to care a lot), 'Hiç önemsememek' (to not care at all), or 'Fazlasıyla önemsemek' (to care excessively). In formal writing, such as academic papers or business reports, you might see it in the passive voice: 'Bu bulgular bilim dünyası tarafından önemsenmektedir' (These findings are cared about/valued by the scientific world). This passive form, önemsenmek, is very common in news reporting to indicate that a topic is currently significant in the public eye.
You will encounter önemsemek in a vast array of real-life situations in Turkey, ranging from intense TV dramas to mundane office meetings. It is a 'high-frequency' word because it deals with the human condition of assigning value. In Turkish soap operas (diziler), characters constantly debate who 'önemsiyor' whom, making it a staple of romantic and familial conflict dialogues.
- In the News
- Journalists use it to describe government priorities. 'Hükümet eğitim reformunu önemsiyor' (The government cares about/prioritizes education reform). It signals what is on the national agenda.
- In Daily Chitchat
- Friends use it to discuss lifestyle choices. 'Neden bu kadar önemsiyorsun?' (Why do you care so much?) is a common response when someone is overthinking a small detail, like what to wear to a party.
Müşterilerimizin geri bildirimlerini çok önemsiyoruz.
In a doctor's office, a physician might say, 'Bu belirtileri önemsemeliyiz' (We must take these symptoms seriously), emphasizing that they are not to be ignored. Similarly, in Turkish parenting, 'çocuğun duygularını önemsemek' (caring about the child's feelings) is a major theme in modern psychology books and blogs. It reflects a shift from traditional authoritarian parenting to a more empathetic, 'caring' approach.
Social media is another place where this word thrives. Influencers often talk about 'kendini önemsemek' (caring about oneself/self-care), which has become a buzzword for mental health and wellness in Turkey. Whether it's a tweet about political apathy or a YouTube video about skincare, önemsemek is the go-to verb to describe the act of giving a damn. It is essentially the linguistic marker of engagement with the world around us.
For English speakers, the most frequent errors when using önemsemek stem from direct translation and case endings. Since 'care about' in English uses a preposition ('about'), learners often try to force a prepositional structure into Turkish, which leads to ungrammatical sentences.
- The Dative Error
- Mistake: *Sana önemsiyorum. (I care to you).
Correct: Seni önemsiyorum.
Explanation: 'Önemsemek' takes the accusative (-i), not the dative (-e). This is the #1 mistake learners make. - Confusing with 'Bakmak'
- In English, 'care for' can mean 'to look after' (nursing). In Turkish, this is 'bakmak.' Using 'önemsemek' to mean 'nursing a patient' is incorrect. 'Önemsemek' is psychological/emotional, not physical care.
*Hakkında önemsiyorum (Wrong!)
Another mistake is overusing önemsemek where dikkat etmek (to pay attention) would be more appropriate. For example, if you want to say 'Careful with the glass!', you use 'Dikkat et!', not 'Önemse!'. Önemsemek is about the long-term value, while dikkat etmek is about immediate physical caution.
Finally, learners sometimes confuse the noun önem with the verb. You cannot say '*Bu çok önemsemek*' to mean 'This is very important.' You must say 'Bu çok önemli.' Use the verb only when there is an agent (a person or entity) doing the 'caring.' Remember: people önemser (care), things önemlidir (are important). Keeping this distinction clear will instantly make your Turkish sound more natural and professional.
Turkish has several ways to express the concept of 'caring' or 'valuing,' and choosing the right one depends on the intensity and the object of your focus. While önemsemek is the most versatile, knowing its alternatives will enrich your vocabulary.
- Değer Vermek vs. Önemsemek
- 'Değer vermek' (to give value) is slightly more formal and often used for people or traditions. While 'önemsemek' can be about a small detail, 'değer vermek' implies a deep-seated respect. Note: 'Değer vermek' takes the dative case (-e).
Example: 'Sana değer veriyorum' (I value you). - Ciddiye Almak
- This literally means 'to take seriously.' It is a perfect synonym for 'önemsemek' when the context is an idea, a warning, or a person's words.
Example: 'Beni ciddiye al!' (Take me seriously!). - Üstüne Düşmek
- This idiom means to care 'too much' or to dwell on something obsessively. If you are 'önemsemek' something to an unhealthy degree, you are 'üstüne düşmek.'
Onun fikirlerini her zaman saygı duyarım ve önemserim.
For the negative side, instead of just 'önemsememek,' you might hear 'umursamamak' (to not mind/to not give a hoot). 'Umursamamak' is more informal and often carries a bit of 'cool' or 'rebellious' indifference. If you 'önemsemiyorsun,' you think it's not important. If you 'umursamıyorsun,' you simply don't care what happens. Another alternative is 'kafa yormamak' (not to tire one's head), meaning you aren't bothering to think about it.
In academic Turkish, you might encounter 'atfetmek' (to attribute/assign), as in 'büyük önem atfetmek' (to assign great importance). This is the 'fancy' version of önemsemek. By learning these variations, you can tailor your speech to be casual with friends, professional with colleagues, and deeply emotional with loved ones. Each word provides a slightly different shade of 'caring,' allowing you to express exactly how much weight a particular thing holds in your world.
How Formal Is It?
"Kurumumuz, etik değerleri her zaman önemsemektedir."
"Söylediklerini gerçekten önemsiyorum."
"Amann, hiç önemseme boşver!"
"Dişlerini fırçalamayı önemsemelisin, yoksa çürürler."
"O bizi pek takmıyor (önemsemiyor)."
Fun Fact
The root 'ön' is also found in 'önce' (before) and 'önder' (leader), showing that caring is linguistically linked to leadership and priority.
Pronunciation Guide
- Pronouncing 'ö' like 'o'.
- Putting the stress on the first syllable.
- Muttering the 'm' and 's' together too quickly.
Difficulty Rating
Easy to spot in text, but case endings can be tricky.
Requires correct use of the accusative case.
Pronunciation is straightforward but requires correct stress.
Easily confused with 'önemli' in fast speech.
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
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Grammar to Know
Accusative Case
Kitabı önemsiyorum.
Gerunds with -ma/-me
Okumayı önemsiyorum.
Aorist for Habits
Her zaman dürüstlüğü önemserim.
Passive Voice -n
Bu konu çok önemseniyor.
Necessitative -meli
Sağlığını önemsemelisin.
Examples by Level
Annemi çok önemsiyorum.
I care about my mother a lot.
Annem + i (accusative case)
Ödevlerini önemse.
Care about your homework.
Imperative mood (command)
Seni önemsiyorum.
I care about you.
Sen + i (accusative)
Bu kitabı önemsiyor musun?
Do you care about this book?
Question form
Kedimi önemsiyorum.
I care about my cat.
Possessive + Accusative
O, beni önemsemiyor.
He/she doesn't care about me.
Negative present continuous
Yemeği önemse.
Care about the food (take it seriously).
Direct object with -i
Biz arkadaşlığımızı önemsiyoruz.
We care about our friendship.
First person plural
Sağlıklı beslenmeyi önemsiyorum.
I care about eating healthy.
-ma gerund + accusative
Öğretmenimi önemsiyorum.
I care about my teacher.
Respectful context
Parayı çok önemsemiyor.
He doesn't care about money much.
Abstract object
Zamanı önemsemelisin.
You should care about time.
-meli (should) suffix
Kıyafetlerini önemsemiyor musun?
Don't you care about your clothes?
Negative question
Bu işi gerçekten önemsiyorum.
I really care about this job.
Emphasis with 'gerçekten'
Onlar birbirlerini önemsiyorlar.
They care about each other.
Reciprocal meaning
Sınavları önemsemek zorundayız.
We have to care about the exams.
Infinitive + zorunda olmak
Çevreyi korumayı önemsiyoruz.
We care about protecting the environment.
Compound gerund structure
Başkalarının düşüncelerini önemserim.
I care about others' thoughts.
Aorist (habitual) tense
Neden beni hiç önemsemiyorsun?
Why don't you care about me at all?
Use of 'hiç' for emphasis
Dürüstlüğü her şeyden çok önemsiyorum.
I care about honesty more than anything.
Abstract noun object
Küçük detayları önemsemek gerekir.
It is necessary to care about small details.
Impersonal 'gerekir' structure
Geleceğimi önemsemeye başladım.
I started to care about my future.
Dative case for 'başlamak'
O, sadece kendi çıkarlarını önemsiyor.
He only cares about his own interests.
Selfish context
Bu konuyu önemsemeniz beni mutlu etti.
It made me happy that you cared about this subject.
Possessive gerund subject
Toplumsal adaleti önemsemek bir görevdir.
Caring about social justice is a duty.
Infinitive as subject
Eleştirileri önemseyip kendimi geliştiriyorum.
I care about the criticisms and improve myself.
Converb -ip
Yönetim, çalışanların moralini önemsiyor.
The management cares about the employees' morale.
Professional context
Bu meseleyi fazla önemsediğini düşünüyorum.
I think you care about this issue too much.
Subordinate clause with -diğini
Görünüşünü önemsemeyen biri değilim.
I am not someone who doesn't care about their appearance.
Participle -en + negative
Sanatçı, eserinin özgünlüğünü önemsiyor.
The artist cares about the originality of his work.
Noun phrase object
Vaktinizi önemsediğimiz için hızlı çalışıyoruz.
We work fast because we care about your time.
Causal 'için' clause
Önemsenmediğini hissettiği an istifa etti.
He resigned the moment he felt he wasn't cared about.
Passive participle
Yazar, dilin estetiğini her şeyin üzerinde önemser.
The author cares about the aesthetics of language above all else.
Literary register
Kurumsal kimliğimizi önemsemek zorundayız.
We have to care about our corporate identity.
Business terminology
Siyasetçilerin halkın dertlerini önemsemesi beklenir.
Politicians are expected to care about the people's troubles.
Passive expectation
Önemsemediğimiz her sorun bir gün devleşir.
Every problem we don't care about grows huge one day.
Relative clause
Bilim insanları verilerin doğruluğunu önemserler.
Scientists care about the accuracy of data.
Academic context
Psikolojik sağlığı önemsemek lüks değildir.
Caring about psychological health is not a luxury.
Argumentative tone
Gelenekleri önemseyen bir toplum yapımız var.
We have a social structure that cares about traditions.
Sociological description
Bu projeyi neden bu kadar önemsediğinizi açıklayın.
Explain why you care about this project so much.
Indirect question
Varloluşsal sancıları önemsemeyen bir felsefe eksiktir.
A philosophy that does not care about existential pains is incomplete.
Philosophical register
Hukukun üstünlüğünü önemsemeyen rejimler çökmeye mahkumdur.
Regimes that do not care about the rule of law are doomed to collapse.
Political science context
Şair, kelimelerin tınısını manasından daha çok önemser.
The poet cares about the sound of words more than their meaning.
Abstract aesthetic analysis
Bireyin özerkliğini önemsemek demokrasinin temelidir.
Caring about the individual's autonomy is the foundation of democracy.
Formal definition
Tarihsel gerçekliği önemsemeyen romanlar kurgudan ibarettir.
Novels that don't care about historical reality are merely fiction.
Literary criticism
Ekolojik dengeyi önemsemeyen sanayileşme intihardır.
Industrialization that doesn't care about ecological balance is suicide.
Strong rhetorical statement
İnsan onurunu önemsemek her türlü ideolojinin ötesindedir.
Caring about human dignity is beyond all kinds of ideology.
Universal ethical claim
Bu mikro-ayrıntıları önemsemeniz vizyonunuzu gösteriyor.
Your caring about these micro-details shows your vision.
High-level professional praise
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
Often Confused With
Bakmak is physical care; önemsemek is mental/emotional care.
Dikkat etmek is short-term focus; önemsemek is long-term value.
İlgilenmek is being interested; önemsemek is finding it important.
Idioms & Expressions
— To take something seriously as a matter of importance.
Söylediklerimi ciddiye al.
Neutral— To care for someone/something with extreme tenderness.
Çocuğunun üstüne titriyor.
Informal— To care for something as if it were one's own eye.
Arabasına gözü gibi bakıyor.
Informal— To treat someone with great care and respect.
Misafirleri el üstünde tuttular.
Neutral— To care enough to think deeply about something.
Bu probleme çok kafa yorduk.
Informal— To work with heart and soul because one cares.
Proje için canla başla çalışıyor.
NeutralEasily Confused
Both share the same root.
'Önemli' is an adjective (important), 'önemsemek' is a verb (to care).
Bu konu önemli, bu yüzden onu önemsiyorum.
Synonymous meanings.
'Umursamak' is more about bothering to notice; 'önemsemek' is about assigning value.
Onu umursamıyor bile (He doesn't even notice/mind him).
Sounds similar.
'Değerlendirmek' means to evaluate or make use of; 'önemsemek' is to value.
Bu fırsatı değerlendirmelisin.
Noun form.
'Önemseme' is the act of caring; 'önemsemek' is the action.
Onun bu konudaki önemsemesi takdire şayan.
Passive form.
'Önemsenmek' is to be cared about by others.
Herkes önemsenmek ister.
Sentence Patterns
[Noun]+i önemsiyorum.
Seni önemsiyorum.
[Verb]-meyi önemsiyorum.
Çalışmayı önemsiyorum.
[Noun]+i önemsemek gerekir.
Doğayı önemsemek gerekir.
[Noun]+i önemsediğim için [Result].
Seni önemsediğim için geldim.
[Noun]+i önemseyen [Noun]...
Sanatı önemseyen insanlar...
[Noun] tarafından önemsenmek.
Halk tarafından önemsenmek.
[Abstract Noun]+i önemsememek [Adjective]+dir.
Hukuku önemsememek hatadır.
[Clause] -diğini önemsemek.
Onun ne dediğini önemsiyorum.
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
Related
How to Use It
Very High (Top 1000 words)
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Sana önemsiyorum.
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Seni önemsiyorum.
Using the dative case (-a/-e) instead of the accusative case (-ı/-i).
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Onun hakkında önemsiyorum.
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Onu önemsiyorum.
Using 'hakkında' (about) which is redundant in Turkish for this verb.
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Bu çok önemsemek.
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Bu çok önemli.
Using the verb instead of the adjective to describe a situation.
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Benim için önemsemiyor.
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Beni önemsemiyor.
Using 'benim için' (for me) instead of the direct object 'beni'.
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Ödevimi bakmayı önemsiyorum.
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Ödevimi önemseyiyorum.
Confusing 'looking at' with 'caring about'.
Tips
Case Match
Always pair 'önemsemek' with the accusative case (-i, -ı, -u, -ü). Never use it with -e, -den, or -de.
Social Importance
In Turkey, showing that you care about someone's family or health is a key social lubricant.
Emphasis
Stress the '-mek' at the end for a natural sound.
Gerund Use
When using a verb as the object, don't forget the -yı/-yi suffix: 'Yürümeyi önemsiyorum'.
Synonym Choice
Use 'ciddiye almak' if you want to sound more assertive about being taken seriously.
Negative Clues
Listen for 'me' or 'ma' before the 'si' to catch the negative 'önemsememek'.
Level Up
Use 'üstüne titremek' instead of 'önemsemek' to describe a parent's intense care for a child.
Business Etiquette
Use 'önemsiyoruz' in emails to show you value a client's request.
Self-Care
'Kendini önemse' is the Turkish equivalent of 'Love yourself' or 'Take care of yourself'.
Önemli vs Önemsemek
Remember: A thing is 'önemli' (important), but a person 'önemser' (cares).
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'Önem' as 'On-The-Main'. If it's on the main stage, you 'önemsemek' it.
Visual Association
Imagine a person physically moving a box from the back of a room to the very front ('ön'). That act is 'önemsemek'.
Word Web
Challenge
Write three things you cared about yesterday using 'önemsedim'.
Word Origin
Derived from the Old Turkic root 'ön' meaning 'front' or 'first'.
Original meaning: To place something at the front; to give priority.
TurkicCultural Context
Be careful when telling someone 'Bunu önemseme' (Don't care about this). It can sound dismissive if they are emotionally attached to the topic.
English speakers might use 'to care' for both 'looking after' and 'valuing.' Turkish splits these into 'bakmak' and 'önemsemek'.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Relationships
- Beni önemsemiyorsun.
- Seni önemsiyorum.
- Duygularımı önemse.
- Birbirimizi önemsemeliyiz.
Work
- Bu projeyi önemsiyoruz.
- Müşteriyi önemseyin.
- Detayları önemserim.
- Geri bildirimi önemse.
Health
- Sağlığını önemse.
- Uykuyu önemsemelisin.
- Beslenmeyi önemsiyorum.
- Sporu önemseyin.
Social Issues
- Çevreyi önemsemek.
- Eğitimi önemsemek.
- Adaleti önemsiyoruz.
- Geleceği önemsemeliyiz.
Personal Growth
- Kendini önemse.
- Zamanını önemse.
- Hatalarını önemse.
- Gelişimi önemsiyorum.
Conversation Starters
"Hayatta en çok neyi önemsersin?"
"İş yerinde hangi değerleri önemsiyorsunuz?"
"İnsanların senin hakkında ne düşündüğünü önemsiyor musun?"
"Sence gençler geleceği yeterince önemsiyor mu?"
"Bir arkadaşta en çok hangi özelliği önemsersin?"
Journal Prompts
Bugün kendin için neyi önemsedin?
Gelecekte daha fazla önemsemek istediğin üç şey nedir?
Birinin seni önemsemediğini hissettiğinde ne yaparsın?
Toplumun daha fazla önemsemesi gereken bir konu seç ve yaz.
Çocukken neleri önemsiyordun, şimdi neleri önemsiyorsun?
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo. In English we say 'care ABOUT', but in Turkish the accusative case (-i) replaces 'about'. Example: 'Seni önemsiyorum' (I care about you).
Only if you mean you value them. If you mean 'nursing' them, use 'bakmak' or 'tedavi etmek'.
'Değer vermek' is slightly more formal and implies a deeper, often more permanent respect. 'Önemsemek' can be for smaller, temporary things too.
Use 'Umurumda değil' or 'Bana ne'. 'Önemsemiyorum' is more polite and neutral.
Yes, it is extremely common in both spoken and written Turkish across all levels of formality.
Yes. 'Niçin bu kadar önemsiyorsun?' (Why do you care so much?).
Yes, 'önemsenmek'. Example: 'Bu konu toplumda çok önemseniyor' (This topic is very much cared about in society).
It can be for English speakers. It's like the 'u' in 'burn' but with rounded lips.
Yes. 'Arabasını çok önemsiyor' (He cares about his car a lot).
The direct opposite is 'önemsememek' (to not care) or 'küçümsemek' (to belittle).
Test Yourself 190 questions
Write a sentence in Turkish: 'I care about my future.'
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Translate to Turkish: 'Why don't you care about me?'
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Write a sentence using the word 'önemsemek' in the passive voice.
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Write a short paragraph (3 sentences) about why health is important using the verb 'önemsemek'.
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Translate to Turkish: 'We should care about the environment.'
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Write a command: 'Take your homework seriously (Care about your homework).'
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Write a sentence using 'önemsemek' and 'çünkü' (because).
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Translate: 'I don't care about what people say.'
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Write a question: 'Do you care about this project?'
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Write a sentence with 'gerçekten' (really) and 'önemsemek'.
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Translate: 'Everyone wants to be cared about.'
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Write a sentence: 'I care about reading books.'
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Translate: 'He cares about his family more than money.'
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Write a sentence: 'Please take me seriously.'
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Translate: 'I started to care about my life.'
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Write a sentence using 'asla' (never).
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Translate: 'Which values do you care about?'
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Write a sentence: 'He cares about small details.'
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Translate: 'Don't care about him/her.'
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Write a sentence: 'We care about our customers.'
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Pronounce 'Önemsemek' clearly.
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Say 'I care about you' in Turkish.
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Say 'Take me seriously' in Turkish.
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Say 'I don't care at all' in Turkish.
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Say 'He cares about his family' in Turkish.
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Say 'Do you care about me?' in Turkish.
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Say 'Caring is important' in Turkish (using the noun 'önemseme').
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Say 'I care about my future' in Turkish.
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Say 'You should care' in Turkish.
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Say 'I started to care' in Turkish.
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Say 'Everyone wants to be cared about' in Turkish.
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Say 'I care about your ideas' in Turkish.
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Say 'I care about small details' in Turkish.
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Listen and write: 'Seni önemsiyorum.'
Listen and write: 'Bunu önemsemelisin.'
Listen and write: 'Hiç önemsemiyor.'
Listen and write: 'Neden beni önemsemiyorsun?'
Listen and write: 'Sağlığını önemse.'
Listen and write: 'Önemsemek güzeldir.'
Listen and write: 'İşini önemsiyor.'
Listen and write: 'Bizi önemsiyor musun?'
Listen and write: 'Onu önemseme.'
Listen and write: 'Geleceği önemsiyoruz.'
Listen and write: 'Kendini önemse.'
Listen and write: 'Dürüstlüğü önemserim.'
Listen and write: 'Önemsemeye değer.'
Listen and write: 'Herkes önemsenmek ister.'
Listen and write: 'Zamanı önemseyin.'
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Summary
The verb 'önemsemek' is your primary tool for expressing priorities and emotional investment in Turkish. Example: 'Seni önemsiyorum' (I care about you) is a powerful way to show respect and value in any relationship.
- Önemsemek means to care about or give importance to something.
- It is a transitive verb and always takes the accusative case (-i).
- It can be used for people, abstract ideas, or daily tasks.
- The negative form 'önemsememek' means to dismiss or not care.
Case Match
Always pair 'önemsemek' with the accusative case (-i, -ı, -u, -ü). Never use it with -e, -den, or -de.
Social Importance
In Turkey, showing that you care about someone's family or health is a key social lubricant.
Emphasis
Stress the '-mek' at the end for a natural sound.
Gerund Use
When using a verb as the object, don't forget the -yı/-yi suffix: 'Yürümeyi önemsiyorum'.
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