Significado
Something or someone that is decent or acceptable.
Contexto cultural
Even in the humblest homes, Turkish hosts ensure everything is 'yüzüne bakılır' (presentable) for guests. This is a matter of 'misafirperverlik' (hospitality) and personal honor. In Turkish online marketplaces, 'yüzüne bakılır' is a standard descriptor for items that are used but not 'dökülüyor' (falling apart). It signals honesty from the seller. Turkish culture often avoids 'nazar' (the evil eye) by not over-praising things. Calling something 'yüzüne bakılır' is a way to acknowledge quality without attracting envy. In big cities like Istanbul, older neighborhoods are often described as 'yüzüne bakılır' compared to newer, poorly built suburbs, emphasizing character over modern luxury.
The 'Faint Praise' Warning
Be careful! If you use this for something someone is very proud of, it might sound like you are unimpressed.
Marketplace Magic
Use this phrase when bargaining in a bazaar or on apps like Letgo to show you are a savvy, realistic buyer.
Significado
Something or someone that is decent or acceptable.
The 'Faint Praise' Warning
Be careful! If you use this for something someone is very proud of, it might sound like you are unimpressed.
Marketplace Magic
Use this phrase when bargaining in a bazaar or on apps like Letgo to show you are a savvy, realistic buyer.
Adjective Use
You can use it as an adjective before a noun: 'Yüzüne bakılır bir sonuç' (A presentable result).
Teste-se
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the idiom.
Bu eski koltukları temizleyince tekrar ________ hale geldi.
The idiom requires the dative case 'yüzüne' and the passive aorist 'bakılır'.
Which situation is MOST appropriate for using 'yüzüne bakılır'?
Aşağıdaki durumlardan hangisinde bu deyimi kullanmak en uygundur?
The idiom is used for things that are decent and acceptable despite being old or modest.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
Ayşe: Yeni kiraladığın ev nasıl? Fatma: Çok lüks değil ama ________.
Fatma is saying the house is decent/acceptable.
Match the Turkish sentence with its English meaning.
Sentences: 1. Yüzüne bakılır bir iş. 2. Yüzüne bakılır bir adam. 3. Yüzüne bakılır bir oda.
The idiom can apply to jobs, people, and rooms to mean 'acceptable'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
The Spectrum of Quality
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosBu eski koltukları temizleyince tekrar ________ hale geldi.
The idiom requires the dative case 'yüzüne' and the passive aorist 'bakılır'.
Aşağıdaki durumlardan hangisinde bu deyimi kullanmak en uygundur?
The idiom is used for things that are decent and acceptable despite being old or modest.
Ayşe: Yeni kiraladığın ev nasıl? Fatma: Çok lüks değil ama ________.
Fatma is saying the house is decent/acceptable.
Combine cada item a esquerda com seu par a direita:
The idiom can apply to jobs, people, and rooms to mean 'acceptable'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
5 perguntasNo, it is strictly for physical appearance or the condition of an object.
It's not 'rude,' but it's not a compliment either. It's like saying someone is 'average' or 'okay.' Use with caution.
The opposite is 'yüzüne bakılmaz,' which means something is hideous or in terrible condition.
Not necessarily, but it's most common when describing something that isn't brand new or high-end.
Yes, you can say 'yüzüne bakılır bir film' to mean it's watchable/decent.
Frases relacionadas
eli yüzü düzgün
similarNeat, tidy, and well-behaved.
yüzüne bakılmaz
contrastHideous, shameful, or in terrible condition.
gideri var
synonymIt's passable / attractive enough.
idare eder
similarIt'll do / It manages.
