Meaning
To be certain about something happening.
Cultural Background
The phrase is often used by elders to give 'duo' (blessings) or encouragement, showing they 'see' a bright future for the youth. In business, using this phrase is a sign of taking responsibility. It's more than a promise; it's a statement of perceived reality. Classical poets used the 'eye' as a gateway to the soul. 'Ko'zi yetmoq' in literature often implies a spiritual or prophetic certainty. On Uzbek Instagram/Telegram, influencers use this phrase to sell courses or motivational content, promising 'certain' results.
Use with -ga
Always remember the dative case. Without it, the sentence falls apart.
Modesty
While it shows confidence, don't over-use it for every small thing, or you might seem arrogant.
Meaning
To be certain about something happening.
Use with -ga
Always remember the dative case. Without it, the sentence falls apart.
Modesty
While it shows confidence, don't over-use it for every small thing, or you might seem arrogant.
Not for Sight
Never use it to say you have 20/20 vision.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct possessive suffix and dative case.
Mening bu imtihon... ko'z... yetadi.
The object 'imtihon' needs the dative '-ga' and 'ko'z' needs the 1st person suffix '-im'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say 'I am sure he will come'?
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Option B follows the standard word order and correct grammar.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are 100% sure your friend will like the gift you bought.
You are expressing certainty about the friend's reaction.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesMening bu imtihon... ko'z... yetadi.
The object 'imtihon' needs the dative '-ga' and 'ko'z' needs the 1st person suffix '-im'.
...
Option B follows the standard word order and correct grammar.
Situation: You are 100% sure your friend will like the gift you bought.
You are expressing certainty about the friend's reaction.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsYes, e.g., 'Yutqazishimizga ko'zim yetadi' (I'm sure we'll lose), but it's more common for positive goals.
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
'Ishonaman' is 'I believe/trust'. 'Ko'zim yetadi' is 'I am certain based on what I see/know'.
Yes: 'Ko'zim yetgan edi' (I was sure).
Usually, yes, as it requires an 'eye' (consciousness) to reach a conclusion.
No, it is two words: 'ko'zim' (my eye) and 'yetadi' (reaches).
Yes, but 'Ko'zim yetadi' is more natural as the '-im' already means 'my'.
Say 'Ko'zim yetmaydi'.
Yes, it is used all over Uzbekistan.
No, use 'Aqli yetmoq' for understanding.
No, it's a standard idiom.
Ko'zimiz yetadi.
Related Phrases
Ishonchi komil
synonymTo be fully confident
Aqli yetmoq
similarTo understand/comprehend
Shubha qilmaslik
contrastTo not doubt
Ko'z yummoq
contrastTo close one's eyes (to something)
