At the A1 level, 'işçi' is one of the first nouns you learn to describe people and professions. You should be able to use it in very simple sentences to identify who someone is. For example, 'Mən işçiyəm' (I am a worker). You learn that 'iş' means work and the '-çi' suffix makes it a person. At this stage, you focus on the singular and plural forms ('işçi' vs 'işçilər') and simple adjectives like 'yaxşı' (good) or 'yeni' (new). You might see this word on signs saying 'İşçi tələb olunur' (Worker wanted) in shop windows. The goal is simply to recognize the word and use it in basic 'Subject + Noun' patterns.
At the A2 level, you begin to use 'işçi' with more descriptive adjectives and in the context of daily routines. You can talk about where an 'işçi' works (e.g., 'İşçi fabrikdə çalışır'). You also start using basic case endings, such as the locative 'işçidə' (at/on the worker) or the dative 'işçiyə' (to the worker). You can describe a worker's qualities: 'çalışqan işçi' (hardworking worker) or 'tənbəl işçi' (lazy worker). You should also be comfortable using possessives, like 'mənim işçim' (my employee), and understand that after numbers, the word stays singular ('beş işçi').
At the B1 level, you move into discussing the workplace in more detail. You can use 'işçi' to talk about employment rights, salaries, and responsibilities. You might participate in a conversation about why a company needs more 'işçilər' or describe the 'işçi heyəti' (staff). You start to distinguish 'işçi' from synonyms like 'əməkdaş' (colleague) and 'fəhlə' (manual laborer). You can understand short news clips or articles about labor issues. Your grammar becomes more complex, using the genitive case to talk about 'işçinin maaşı' (the worker's salary) or 'işçinin vəzifəsi' (the worker's duty).
At the B2 level, 'işçi' appears in more abstract and professional contexts. You can discuss 'işçi qüvvəsi' (labor force) in the context of the national economy or 'işçi miqrasiyası' (labor migration). You are expected to understand the nuances between 'işçi' and 'mütəxəssis' (specialist) in a corporate hierarchy. You can read and summarize labor contracts where the term 'İşçi' defines one of the parties. You can also use the word in hypothetical sentences, such as 'Əgər daha çox işçi olsaydı, işi tez bitirərdik' (If there were more workers, we would finish the work quickly).
At the C1 level, you use 'işçi' to discuss complex socio-economic theories, labor laws, and historical changes in the workforce. You can analyze the shift from 'fəhlə' (the traditional industrial worker) to the modern 'bilik işçisi' (knowledge worker). You understand idiomatic and metaphorical uses of the word. You can write detailed reports about 'işçi məmnuniyyəti' (employee satisfaction) and 'işçi axını' (employee turnover/attrition). You are fluent in using all noun cases and complex sentence structures involving the word, such as participial phrases ('zavodda çalışan işçilər' - the workers working at the factory).
At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of the word 'işçi' and its place in the Azerbaijani language. You can discuss the etymological roots and the productivity of the '-çi' suffix across different Turkic languages. You can engage in high-level debates about the future of the 'işçi' in the age of automation and AI. You understand the subtle emotional and political connotations the word might carry in different literary or historical texts. You can use the word with absolute precision in academic writing, legal drafting, or philosophical inquiry, recognizing every nuance of register and tone.

işçi 30秒了解

  • İşçi means employee or worker in Azerbaijani, derived from 'iş' (work).
  • It is a neutral, versatile term used in both formal and informal contexts.
  • Grammatically, it follows standard vowel harmony and pluralization rules.
  • It is commonly found in job ads, legal contracts, and daily news reports.

The Azerbaijani word işçi is a fundamental noun that translates primarily to 'employee' or 'worker' in English. It is a compound-like derivation formed from the root noun (meaning work, job, or task) and the highly productive agentive suffix -çi, which denotes a person who performs a specific action or is associated with a specific field. Therefore, an işçi is literally 'one who does work'. This word is ubiquitous in Azerbaijani society, appearing in everything from formal labor contracts and government statistics to casual conversations about one's daily routine at a factory, office, or shop. Understanding this word is crucial for anyone looking to navigate the professional landscape of Azerbaijan or discuss economic and social structures.

Professional Context
In a formal business environment, işçi refers to a person hired under a contract. It distinguishes the staff member from the işəgötürən (employer). While 'əməkdaş' (colleague/associate) is often used to sound more corporate and egalitarian, işçi remains the legal and technical standard.
General Labor
Beyond the office, it can describe anyone involved in manual or technical labor. If you see a construction site, the people working there are collectively referred to as işçilər. It is a neutral term, neither inherently prestigious nor derogatory, making it safe for all social interactions.

Müəssisəmizdə hər bir işçi öz vəzifəsini məsuliyyətlə yerinə yetirir.

Translation: Every employee in our enterprise performs their duties responsibly.

The versatility of işçi allows it to be modified by various adjectives to specify the type of worker. For instance, a təcrübəli işçi is an experienced worker, while a müvəqqəti işçi is a temporary employee. In the context of the modern economy, you might also hear uzaqdan çalışan işçi (remote worker). Because the suffix -çi is so regular, learning this word helps you unlock dozens of other professions: dəmirçi (blacksmith - iron worker), dənizçi (sailor - sea worker), and yolçu (traveler - road person).

Yeni layihə üçün on işçi lazımdır.

Translation: Ten workers are needed for the new project.

Historically, the concept of the 'worker' (işçi or the more Soviet-era 'fəhlə') has been central to Azerbaijani literature and political discourse, especially during the 20th century. While 'fəhlə' specifically denotes a blue-collar or industrial worker, işçi has emerged as the more encompassing, modern term that fits into the 21st-century globalized workplace. Whether you are talking about a software engineer or a shop assistant, işçi is your go-to noun.

Using işçi correctly requires an understanding of Azerbaijani noun cases and sentence structure (Subject-Object-Verb). Because it is a noun referring to a person, it often takes the role of the subject or the direct object in sentences related to employment, management, and productivity. Let's explore how it functions across different grammatical scenarios.

The Nominative Case (The Subject)
When işçi is the one performing the action.
Example: İşçi ofisə gəldi. (The worker came to the office.)
The Accusative Case (The Specific Object)
When you are doing something to a specific worker, add the suffix -ni.
Example: Müdür işçini çağırdı. (The manager called the [specific] worker.)
The Dative Case (The Direction)
When giving something to the worker or moving toward them, add -yə.
Example: Mən işçiyə maaş verdim. (I gave the salary to the worker.)

Şirkətimizdə hər bir işçinin hüquqları qorunur.

Translation: The rights of every worker are protected in our company. (Genitive case: işçinin)

In Azerbaijani, adjectives always precede the noun. This is where you can add detail to the word işçi. If you want to describe a 'hardworking worker', you say çalışqan işçi. If you are discussing a 'qualified worker', use ixtisaslı işçi. This pattern is very stable and allows for complex descriptions without changing the base word's form until you add case endings.

O, çox nümunəvi işçidir.

Translation: He/She is a very exemplary worker. (Note the suffix -dir for 'is')

Furthermore, işçi is often used in compound nouns. İşçi qüvvəsi (labor force) is a key economic term. İşçi heyəti (staff/personnel) is used when referring to the collective group of people working in an organization. By mastering these patterns, you move from simple identification to being able to discuss complex social and economic topics.

You will encounter the word işçi in a variety of real-world settings in Azerbaijan, ranging from the highly formal to the everyday. Its frequency makes it one of the most useful nouns to learn early on. Here is a breakdown of the typical environments where this word is spoken and written.

1. The Corporate Office
During meetings or HR orientations, you will hear managers discuss yeni işçilər (new employees) or işçi intizamı (employee discipline). It is the standard term used in HR software and internal memos.
2. News and Media
Economic reports on television or in newspapers like 'Azərbaycan Qəzeti' frequently mention işçi qüvvəsi (labor force) and unemployment rates. If there is a strike or a new factory opening, the reporter will focus on the işçilərin vəziyyəti (the situation of the workers).
3. Legal and Governmental Documents
The 'Əmək Məcəlləsi' (Labor Code) of Azerbaijan uses işçi to define the legal rights, duties, and protections of anyone who works under an employment contract. If you ever sign a contract in Baku, you will see yourself referred to as 'İşçi'.

Xəbərlərdə deyildi ki, zavodda işçilərin sayı artırılacaq.

Translation: It was said in the news that the number of workers at the factory will be increased.

In casual settings, you might hear someone say, 'Bizim dükanda cəmi iki işçi var' (There are only two workers in our shop). It is also common in job advertisements found on websites like HelloJob or Boss.az, where headings often read 'İşçi tələb olunur' (Worker/Employee required). This phrase is so common that it is often the first thing you see on the windows of cafes or small businesses looking for help.

Restoranın işçiləri çox mehribandırlar.

Translation: The restaurant's workers are very friendly.

Finally, in academic or sociological discussions, işçi sinfi (working class) is used to describe the socio-economic demographic. This shows that the word spans from the most mundane individual level to the broadest societal level.

Even though işçi is an A1 level word, there are several nuances that can trip up English speakers. Most of these mistakes stem from direct translation from English or from confusing işçi with other words that mean 'worker' in specific contexts.

Mistake 1: Pluralization with Numbers
English speakers often say 'beş işçilər' for 'five workers'. In Azerbaijani, you must say beş işçi. The plural suffix -lər/-lar is dropped when a specific quantity is mentioned.
Mistake 2: Confusing 'İşçi' with 'İşadamı'
Sometimes learners confuse the employee with the employer. İşçi is the person working for someone else. İşadamı (businessman) or sahibkar (entrepreneur/employer) is the person running the business.
Mistake 3: Overusing 'İşçi' for Professional Roles
While 'işçi' is correct, using it to describe a doctor or a lawyer might sound a bit too generic. For professional careers, it's better to use the specific title or mütəxəssis (specialist).

Yanlış: Üç işçilər gəldi.
Düzgün: Üç işçi gəldi.

Another common error involves the possessive forms. Because işçi ends in a vowel 'i', the possessive suffixes must be handled carefully. For 'his/her worker', you must use the buffer 's': onun işçisi. Forgetting this 's' is a frequent mistake for beginners.

Lastly, don't confuse işçi with işsiz. İşsiz means 'unemployed' (literally 'without work'). Using the wrong suffix completely changes the meaning from 'worker' to 'someone without a job'.

Azerbaijani has several words that overlap with işçi. Choosing the right one depends on the level of formality and the nature of the work being performed. Understanding these synonyms will make your Azerbaijani sound more natural and precise.

Əməkdaş (Colleague / Associate)
This is the preferred term in modern corporate settings. It implies a sense of partnership. While işçi is 'worker', əməkdaş is 'co-worker' or 'staff member'.
Example: Hörmətli əməkdaşlar! (Dear colleagues!)
Fəhlə (Manual Laborer / Blue-collar Worker)
This word specifically refers to someone who performs physical labor, such as in construction, agriculture, or factories. It has a strong historical and class-based connotation.
Personel (Personnel / Staff)
Borrowed from European languages, this is used to refer to the collective body of workers in an institution (e.g., medical personnel).

Zavodun fəhlələri tətil edirlər.

Translation: The factory's [manual] workers are on strike. (Here, fəhlə is more specific than işçi)

There is also the term qulluqçu, which means 'servant' or 'domestic worker'. While technically a type of işçi, it is much more specific and carries a different social weight. In a government context, you might hear dövlət qulluqçusu (civil servant). Note how the root changes but the concept of service/work remains central.

By learning these alternatives, you can tailor your language to the situation. Use işçi when talking about labor in general, əməkdaş in your office, and fəhlə when discussing industrial labor or construction.

How Formal Is It?

趣味小知识

The suffix '-çi' is one of the most productive suffixes in Azerbaijani. It can be added to almost any noun to create a profession, similar to '-er' or '-ist' in English.

发音指南

UK /iʃˈtʃi/
US /iʃˈtʃi/
The stress falls on the final syllable: iş-Çİ.
押韵词
dişçi (dentist) elçi (envoy) dilçi (linguist) sütçü (milkman - though vowel harmony differs) biççi (cutter) çini (china/porcelain - near rhyme) içi (inside of it) seçici (voter - near rhyme)
常见错误
  • Pronouncing 'ç' as 's' or 'ts'. It must be 'ch'.
  • Pronouncing 'ş' as 's'. It must be 'sh'.
  • Merging the 'ş' and 'ç' into one sound. Keep them distinct: ish-chi.
  • Stress on the first syllable. Azerbaijani stress is usually at the end.
  • Vowel reduction of the first 'i'. Keep it clear.

难度评级

阅读 1/5

Very easy to recognize as it is built from the common root 'iş'.

写作 2/5

Requires attention to vowel harmony when adding suffixes.

口语 2/5

Must distinguish between 'ş' and 'ç' sounds clearly.

听力 1/5

Distinct sounds make it easy to identify in speech.

接下来学什么

前置知识

iş (work) mən (I) var (there is) yoxdur (there is not) çalışmaq (to work/strive)

接下来学习

müdür (manager) maaş (salary) ofis (office) peşə (profession) müqavilə (contract)

高级

əməkdaşlıq (cooperation) məhsuldarlıq (productivity) ixtisaslaşma (specialization) sahibkarlıq (entrepreneurship) həmkarlar ittifaqı (trade union)

需要掌握的语法

Agentive Suffix -çi

Dəmir (iron) -> Dəmirçi (blacksmith); İş (work) -> İşçi (worker).

Pluralization -lər/-lar

İşçi -> İşçilər (workers).

Noun Case: Accusative -ni

Müdür işçini çağırdı (The manager called the worker).

Possessive Suffixes for Vowel-Ending Nouns

Onun işçisi (His/her worker) - uses buffer 's'.

Numbers and Nouns

Beş işçi (Five workers) - noun remains singular.

按水平分级的例句

1

O, bir işçidir.

He/She is a worker.

Simple 'is' suffix -dir.

2

Yeni işçi gəldi.

The new worker arrived.

Adjective 'yeni' precedes the noun.

3

Mən işçiyəm.

I am a worker.

First person suffix -yəm.

4

Burada üç işçi var.

There are three workers here.

Noun stays singular after a number.

5

Yaxşı işçi haradadır?

Where is the good worker?

Interrogative 'haradadır'.

6

İşçi çörək yeyir.

The worker is eating bread.

Present continuous sense.

7

Bu, mənim işçimdir.

This is my worker/employee.

Possessive -im + -dir.

8

İşçilər buradadırlar.

The workers are here.

Plural -lər + plural -dırlar.

1

Tənbəl işçi işləmir.

The lazy worker is not working.

Negative verb 'işləmir'.

2

Müdür işçiyə tapşırıq verdi.

The manager gave a task to the worker.

Dative case -yə.

3

Bizə təcrübəli işçi lazımdır.

We need an experienced worker.

Adjective 'təcrübəli' (experienced).

4

İşçi hər gün saat doqquzda gəlir.

The worker comes every day at nine o'clock.

Aorist/Present tense 'gəlir'.

5

Sənin işçin çox çalışqandır.

Your worker is very hardworking.

Possessive 'işçin' (your worker).

6

Dükanda cəmi iki işçi çalışır.

Only two workers work in the shop.

Locative 'dükanda'.

7

İşçini ofisə çağırın.

Call the worker to the office.

Accusative case -ni.

8

Onlar fabrik işçiləridir.

They are factory workers.

Compound noun: fabrik işçiləri.

1

Hər bir işçi öz hüquqlarını bilməlidir.

Every worker must know their rights.

Modal suffix -məlidir (must).

2

Şirkət yeni işçilər üçün təlim keçirir.

The company is conducting training for new employees.

Postposition 'üçün' (for).

3

İşçinin maaşı vaxtında ödənilir.

The worker's salary is paid on time.

Genitive case 'işçinin'.

4

Müdir işçilərlə iclas keçirdi.

The manager held a meeting with the workers.

Commutative suffix -lə (with).

5

İşçi heyəti çox mehribandır.

The staff is very friendly.

Collective noun 'heyət'.

6

O, artıq on ildir ki, bu şirkətdə işçidir.

He/She has been a worker in this company for ten years already.

Duration with 'ki'.

7

İşçilərin təhlükəsizliyi çox vacibdir.

The safety of the workers is very important.

Possessive construction.

8

Dövlət işçisi olmaq asan deyil.

Being a government worker is not easy.

Compound: dövlət işçisi.

1

İşçi qüvvəsinin çatışmazlığı iqtisadiyyata təsir edir.

The labor force shortage is affecting the economy.

Economic term 'işçi qüvvəsi'.

2

İşçi və işəgötürən arasında müqavilə imzalandı.

A contract was signed between the employee and the employer.

Legal terminology.

3

İxtisaslı işçilər xaricə köçürlər.

Qualified workers are moving abroad.

Adjective 'ixtisaslı' (qualified).

4

Şirkət işçilərin motivasiyasını artırmaq üçün tədbirlər görür.

The company is taking measures to increase employee motivation.

Infinitive + 'üçün'.

5

İşçi məmnuniyyəti sorğusu keçirildi.

An employee satisfaction survey was conducted.

Compound noun phrase.

6

Uzaqdan çalışan işçilərin sayı sürətlə artır.

The number of remote workers is increasing rapidly.

Participial phrase 'uzaqdan çalışan'.

7

İşçilərin peşəkar inkişafı diqqət mərkəzindədir.

Professional development of employees is in the center of attention.

Abstract noun construction.

8

Hər bir işçi sığorta ilə təmin olunub.

Every worker is provided with insurance.

Passive construction.

1

İşçi hüquqlarının müdafiəsi həmkarlar ittifaqının əsas vəzifəsidir.

Protection of worker rights is the main duty of the trade union.

Complex genitive chain.

2

Avtomatlaşdırma bir çox işçinin iş yerini itirməsinə səbəb ola bilər.

Automation could cause many workers to lose their jobs.

Causative structure.

3

Müasir dövrdə 'bilik işçisi' anlayışı ön plana çıxır.

In the modern era, the concept of the 'knowledge worker' is coming to the fore.

Quotes for terminology.

4

İşçi axınını azaltmaq üçün korporativ mədəniyyət gücləndirilməlidir.

Corporate culture must be strengthened to reduce employee turnover.

Passive modal.

5

İşçilərin psixoloji rifahı məhsuldarlığa birbaşa təsir göstərir.

The psychological well-being of workers directly affects productivity.

Technical terminology.

6

Müəssisə rəhbərliyi işçilərin təkliflərinə həssaslıqla yanaşır.

Enterprise management treats workers' suggestions with sensitivity.

Adverbial usage.

7

İşçi qüvvəsinin rəqabətqabiliyyətliliyi ölkənin inkişafı üçün mühümdür.

The competitiveness of the labor force is vital for the country's development.

Long compound word.

8

İşçilərin sosial müdafiəsi qanunvericiliklə tənzimlənir.

Social protection of workers is regulated by legislation.

Formal passive.

1

İşçi sinfinin tarixi təkamülü sosioloji tədqiqatların mərkəzində durur.

The historical evolution of the working class stands at the center of sociological research.

Academic register.

2

Süni intellektin tətbiqi işçi qüvvəsinin strukturunu kökündən dəyişdirəcək.

The application of AI will radically change the structure of the labor force.

Future tense with radical change.

3

İşçi və işəgötürən arasındakı asimmetrik münasibətlər tənqid olunur.

Asymmetric relationships between the employee and employer are criticized.

Philosophical/Critical tone.

4

İşçi məhsuldarlığının artırılması yalnız texnoloji deyil, həm də mənəvi amillərdən asılıdır.

Increasing worker productivity depends not only on technological but also on moral factors.

Correlative conjunction 'yalnız... deyil, həm də'.

5

Qloballaşma şəraitində işçi miqrasiyası qaçılmaz bir prosesə çevrilib.

Under conditions of globalization, labor migration has turned into an inevitable process.

Perfective aspect.

6

İşçilərin özünüreallaşdırma imkanları müasir idarəetmənin prioritetidir.

Self-actualization opportunities for workers are a priority of modern management.

Complex abstract noun.

7

Əmək bazarındakı işçi tələbi ilə təklifi arasındakı disbalans aradan qaldırılmalıdır.

The imbalance between labor demand and supply in the labor market must be eliminated.

Formal economic analysis.

8

İşçi hüquqları konvensiyaları beynəlxalq hüququn ayrılmaz hissəsidir.

Worker rights conventions are an integral part of international law.

Legal/Diplomatic register.

近义词

əməkdaş fəhlə personel qulluqçu mütəxəssis heyət muzdlu zəhmətkeş

反义词

işəgötürən müdir sahibkar işsiz

常见搭配

təcrübəli işçi
işçi qüvvəsi
dövlət işçisi
müvəqqəti işçi
ixtisaslı işçi
işçi heyəti
yeni işçi
işçi intizamı
nümunəvi işçi
uzaqdan çalışan işçi

常用短语

İşçi tələb olunur

— Worker required. Often seen on signs in shop windows or job ads.

Mağazanın qapısında 'İşçi tələb olunur' elanı var.

İşçi götürmək

— To hire a worker. Literally 'to take a worker'.

Şirkət gələn ay yeni işçi götürəcək.

İşçini çıxarmaq

— To fire a worker. Literally 'to take out the worker'.

Müdir tənbəl işçini işdən çıxardı.

İşçi hüquqları

— Worker rights. Legal protections for employees.

İşçi hüquqlarını qorumaq lazımdır.

Məsuliyyətli işçi

— Responsible worker. A common phrase used in recommendations.

O, çox məsuliyyətli işçidir.

İşçi çatışmazlığı

— Worker shortage. When there aren't enough employees.

Sənayedə işçi çatışmazlığı var.

Gənc işçi

— Young worker. Often refers to those just starting their career.

Gənc işçilərə dəstək olmalıyıq.

İşçi qrupu

— Working group. A team assigned to a specific task.

Yeni layihə üçün işçi qrupu yaradıldı.

İşçi kartı

— Worker ID card. Used for access and identification.

İşçi kartımı evdə unutmuşam.

İşçi yeməkxanası

— Worker canteen/cafeteria.

İşçilər işçi yeməkxanasında nahar edirlər.

容易混淆的词

işçi vs işsiz

Means 'unemployed'. Don't confuse the worker with someone looking for work.

işçi vs işadamı

Means 'businessman/employer'. This is the person who hires the 'işçi'.

işçi vs işlik

Means 'shirt' or 'work clothes' in some dialects, though 'köynək' is more common for shirt.

习语与表达

"İşçi arısı"

— Worker bee. Used to describe someone who works very hard without seeking attention.

O, şirkətin işçi arısıdır, hər şeyi o edir.

Informal/Metaphorical
"İşin içində olmaq"

— To be inside the work. To be actively involved or an 'insider' worker.

Mən on ildir bu işin içindəyəm.

Informal
"Başını işlə qatmaq"

— To keep one's head busy with work. To work to forget other things.

O, kədərini unutmaq üçün başını işlə qatır.

Informal
"Əli işə yatmamaq"

— Hand not lying to the work. To be unable to focus or work effectively.

Bu gün əlim işə yatmır.

Idiomatic
"İşini bilən"

— One who knows their work. A competent worker.

O, işini bilən işçidir.

Informal
"İş başında olmaq"

— To be at the head of work. To be currently working or on duty.

Polis həmişə iş başındadır.

Standard
"İşdən başı çıxmamaq"

— Head not coming out of work. To be overwhelmed with work.

Bu həftə işdən başım çıxmır.

Informal
"İşini ehtiyatlı tutmaq"

— To hold one's work cautiously. To be a careful worker.

Həmişə işini ehtiyatlı tutan bir işçi olub.

Standard
"İş görən"

— Work-doer. Someone practical who gets things done.

Bizə danışan yox, iş görən adam lazımdır.

General
"İşinə can yandırmaq"

— To burn one's soul for the work. To work with great passion and care.

O, həmişə işinə can yandırır.

Informal/Positive

容易混淆

işçi vs Fəhlə

Both mean 'worker'.

'Fəhlə' is specifically for physical labor (construction, factory). 'İşçi' is a general term for any employee, including office staff.

Zavodda fəhlələr işləyir, ofisdə isə işçilər.

işçi vs Əməkdaş

Both refer to people working in a company.

'Əməkdaş' implies a colleague or a member of the same team. 'İşçi' is more hierarchical (employee).

Mən bu şirkətin əməkdaşıyam.

işçi vs Qulluqçu

Both involve working for someone.

'Qulluqçu' is usually a domestic servant. 'İşçi' is a professional or industrial worker.

Evdə qulluqçu bizə kömək edir.

işçi vs Mütəxəssis

Both are people with jobs.

'Mütəxəssis' emphasizes skill and expertise in a specific field.

O, təcrübəli bir mütəxəssisdir.

işçi vs Sahibkar

Both are in the workplace.

'Sahibkar' is the owner/employer. 'İşçi' is the employee.

Sahibkar yeni işçilər axtarır.

句型

A1

[Subject] [Noun]dir.

O, işçidir.

A1

Burada [Number] işçi var.

Burada iki işçi var.

A2

[Adjective] işçi [Verb].

Çalışqan işçi işləyir.

A2

[Subject] [Noun]yə [Object] verdi.

Müdir işçiyə maaş verdi.

B1

İşçinin [Noun]si [Adjective]dir.

İşçinin maaşı yüksəkdir.

B2

[Noun] işçilər üçün [Noun] keçirir.

Şirkət işçilər üçün təlim keçirir.

C1

İşçilərin [Noun]i [Verb]ilmelidir.

İşçilərin hüquqları qorunmalıdır.

C2

[Abstract Noun] işçi qüvvəsinə [Verb].

Qloballaşma işçi qüvvəsinə təsir edir.

词族

名词

iş (work)
işçilik (workmanship/status of being a worker)
işsizlik (unemployment)
işəgötürən (employer)
işxana (workshop)

动词

işləmək (to work)
işlətmək (to operate/use)
işlənilmək (to be worked/used)
işə düzəlmək (to get a job)

形容词

işli (busy/having work)
işsiz (unemployed)
işgüzar (business-like/efficient)
işlək (active/busy - e.g., a busy street)

相关

əmək (labor)
vəzifə (duty/position)
maaş (salary)
peşə (profession)
sənət (craft/art)

如何使用

frequency

Extremely high in daily life, media, and business.

常见错误
  • Beş işçilər Beş işçi

    In Azerbaijani, nouns do not take the plural suffix after a number.

  • İşçia İşçiyə

    When adding the dative suffix to a word ending in a vowel, you must use the buffer 'y'.

  • Mən işçi Mən işçiyəm

    You must add the personal suffix '-yəm' to say 'I am a worker'.

  • Onun işçii Onun işçisi

    The third-person possessive suffix for vowel-ending words requires the buffer 's'.

  • İşçi adam İşçi

    The word 'işçi' already means 'worker person'. Adding 'adam' is redundant unless you mean 'a working man' specifically.

小贴士

Suffix Harmony

Always check the last vowel of 'işçi' (which is 'i') when adding suffixes. Since 'i' is a front vowel, use front-vowel suffixes like -lər, -ni, -yə.

The Power of -çi

Learning 'işçi' helps you learn other words. The '-çi' suffix always denotes a person associated with the root noun.

Respecting Titles

In Azerbaijan, people often prefer being called by their specific title (e.g., 'Müəllim' for teacher) rather than just 'işçi'.

Job Ads

If you see 'İşçi axtarılır', it means 'A worker is being sought'. It's a very common passive construction.

Stress

Always put the stress on the final 'i' in 'işçi'. This makes your Azerbaijani sound much more authentic.

News Keywords

When listening to the news, 'işçi' is a keyword for any story about the economy, factories, or social rights.

Numbers Rule

Never say 'beş işçilər'. Azerbaijani logic is: the number already tells you it's plural, so the noun stays singular: 'beş işçi'.

Root Word

Connect 'işçi' to 'iş' (work). If you know 'iş', you'll never forget 'işçi'.

Corporate Alternative

Use 'əməkdaş' in your LinkedIn profile or resume when referring to colleagues to sound more professional.

Friendly Greeting

When entering a workplace, you can say 'İşçilərə salam!' (Hello to the workers/staff!) as a friendly collective greeting.

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记忆技巧

Think of 'ISH' as 'Issue' (work is an issue to be solved) and 'CHI' as a 'Chief' or 'Child' of that work. An 'ishçi' is the person who deals with the work issue.

视觉联想

Imagine a person holding a tool (representing 'iş' or work) and a name tag (the '-çi' suffix identifying them as the person).

Word Web

iş (work) işləmək (to work) işçi (worker) iş yeri (workplace) iş vaxtı (work time) iş yoldaşı (colleague) iş elanı (job ad) iş müsahibəsi (job interview)

挑战

Try to use the word 'işçi' in three different sentences today: one about yourself, one about a friend, and one about a person you see working in a shop.

词源

The word is of Turkic origin. It consists of the root 'iş' and the suffix '-çi'. The root 'iş' can be traced back to Old Turkic 'iş', meaning 'deed', 'action', or 'work'.

原始含义: A person who performs a deed or action.

Turkic

文化背景

Avoid using 'işçi' in a dismissive tone. While neutral, calling a high-ranking professional just an 'işçi' might be seen as underselling their expertise.

In English, 'worker' can sometimes feel blue-collar, whereas 'employee' feels more corporate. 'İşçi' covers both, but 'əməkdaş' is closer to the corporate feel of 'employee' or 'colleague'.

Mirza Fatali Akhundov's plays often depict the life of the common worker/servant. The 'Fəhlə' statue in Baku is a historical nod to the industrial worker. Soviet-era songs like 'İşçilərin mahnısı' (Song of the Workers).

在生活中练习

真实语境

Job Hunting

  • İşçi axtarırıq.
  • Mən işçi kimi müraciət edirəm.
  • Yeni işçi lazımdır?
  • İşçi tələbləri nələrdir?

In the Office

  • İşçilər üçün yeni qaydalar var.
  • İşçilərin siyahısı buradadır.
  • Hər bir işçi vəzifəsini bilməlidir.
  • İşçi heyəti ilə görüşmək istəyirəm.

Legal/Contracts

  • İşçi müqaviləni imzalamalıdır.
  • İşçi hüquqları qanunla qorunur.
  • İşçi və işəgötürən razılaşdı.
  • İşçinin öhdəlikləri mühümdür.

Economic News

  • İşçi qüvvəsi azalır.
  • İşçilərin orta maaşı artıb.
  • Yeni zavodda yüzlərlə işçi çalışacaq.
  • İşçi miqrasiyası müzakirə olunur.

Socializing

  • Sizin şirkətdə neçə işçi var?
  • O, çox yaxşı işçidir.
  • İşçilər arasında münasibət necədir?
  • Yeni işçi ilə tanış oldun?

对话开场白

"Sizin şirkətdə neçə işçi çalışır?"

"Yeni işçi haqqında nə düşünürsən?"

"İşçilərin motivasiyasını necə artırmaq olar?"

"Sizcə, yaxşı işçi hansı xüsusiyyətlərə malik olmalıdır?"

"İşçi qüvvəsinin gələcəyi haqqında nə proqnozlaşdırırsınız?"

日记主题

Bu gün işdə yeni bir işçi ilə tanış oldum. Onun haqqında təəssüratlarım belədir...

Yaxşı bir işçi olmaq üçün nələr etməliyəm? Öz üzərimdə necə çalışa bilərəm?

İşçi hüquqları mənim üçün niyə vacibdir? Bu mövzuda nələri dəyişmək istərdim?

Bir gün öz işçilərim olsaydı, onlara necə rəftar edərdim? Hansı müdir olardım?

İşçi qüvvəsinin avtomatlaşdırılması mənim peşəmə necə təsir edə bilər?

常见问题

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No, 'işçi' is a general term. It can refer to an office worker, a shop assistant, or a factory worker. For specifically manual labor, the word 'fəhlə' is often used.

Yes, it is a neutral and respectful word. However, in a professional setting, calling someone an 'əməkdaş' (colleague) is slightly more formal and polite.

You say 'Mən işçiyəm'. The suffix '-yəm' means 'I am'.

Technically yes, if they are an employee of a hospital, but it is much more natural to say 'həkim' (doctor) or 'tibb işçisi' (medical worker).

The plural is 'işçilər'. Remember that if you use a number, you don't need the plural suffix (e.g., 'iki işçi').

It translates to 'labor force' or 'manpower'. It is used in economic contexts to describe the total number of people available for work.

'Əməkçi' is a bit more old-fashioned or literary, often used in political or historical contexts to mean 'the working person' or 'toiler'.

Usually, it is a noun. However, in compound nouns like 'işçi qrupu' (working group), it functions similarly to an adjective in English.

Pronounce 'ş' as 'sh' and 'ç' as 'ch'. It sounds like 'ish-chi'. Don't skip either sound.

It means a 'government worker' or 'civil servant'. It is a common and prestigious job category in Azerbaijan.

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Write a sentence saying 'There are ten workers in the factory'.

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Write a sentence saying 'Every worker has rights'.

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Write a sentence saying 'We need an experienced worker'.

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Write a sentence using 'işçi qüvvəsi'.

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Write a sentence saying 'The worker is eating lunch'.

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Write a sentence saying 'My father is a government worker'.

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Write a sentence saying 'The workers are tired'.

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Write a sentence saying 'I want to hire a new worker'.

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Describe a 'lazy worker' in Azerbaijani.

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Translate: 'The worker's salary is high'.

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Translate: 'Qualified workers are leaving the country'.

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Write a short note hiring an 'işçi'.

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Translate: 'Remote workers use technology'.

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Write a sentence using 'işçi heyəti'.

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Translate: 'The worker signed the contract'.

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Translate: 'Employee satisfaction is our priority'.

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Write a sentence about 'Labor Day'.

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Translate: 'Automation affects the labor force'.

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Introduce yourself as a worker in Azerbaijani.

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Ask someone how many workers are in their company.

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Say that you need a hardworking worker.

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Tell a colleague that the new worker is very friendly.

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Discuss the importance of worker rights.

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Say 'I am looking for a job as an employee'.

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Pronounce 'işçi' clearly.

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Say 'The workers are on break'.

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Say 'He is an exemplary worker'.

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Ask 'Is there any vacancy for a worker?'.

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Describe your 'işçi heyəti' (staff).

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Talk about 'remote working' in Azerbaijani.

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Say 'I gave the documents to the worker'.

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Say 'We are hiring five new workers'.

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Discuss labor force challenges.

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Say 'The worker's safety is our priority'.

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Ask 'Who is the best worker here?'.

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Say 'I am proud to be a worker'.

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Say 'The workers are satisfied with their salary'.

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Express your opinion on 'knowledge workers'.

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Listen to the word: 'işçi'. How many syllables do you hear?

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Listen to the sentence: 'On işçi gəldi.' How many workers are mentioned?

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Listen to the suffix in 'işçiyə'. Is it dative or accusative?

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Listen: 'Müdür işçini çağırdı.' Who is the object?

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Identify the adjective in: 'Təcrübəli işçi çoxdur.'

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Listen: 'İşçi heyəti buradadır.' What does 'heyət' mean?

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Listen: 'İşçi qüvvəsi azalır.' Is the labor force increasing or decreasing?

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Listen: 'İşçilərin maaşı artdı.' What happened to the salary?

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Identify the buffer sound in 'onun işçisi'.

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Listen: 'İşçi müqaviləsi imzalandı.' What was signed?

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Listen: 'Uzaqdan çalışan işçi.' Where do they work?

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Listen: 'İşçi hüquqları vacibdir.' What is important?

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Listen: 'Nümunəvi işçi seçildi.' What kind of worker was chosen?

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Listen: 'İşçi məmnuniyyəti yüksəkdir.' Is satisfaction high or low?

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Listen: 'İşçi axını dayandı.' What stopped?

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