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Introduction[edit | edit source]

Welcome to the lesson on Turkish noun declension and pluralization! In this lesson, you will learn the basics of how nouns are formed and modified in Turkish. Nouns are an essential part of any language, and understanding how they work is crucial for building a solid foundation in Turkish grammar. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use and modify nouns in different contexts. So let's get started!

Turkish Noun Basics[edit | edit source]

In Turkish, nouns play a central role in sentence structure and convey important information about objects, people, places, and concepts. Turkish nouns are generally formed by adding suffixes to a root or stem. These suffixes indicate various grammatical features such as case, number, possession, and definiteness. Understanding the different noun suffixes and how they interact with the root is key to mastering Turkish grammar.

Noun Declension[edit | edit source]

Noun declension refers to the modification of nouns to indicate their grammatical role in a sentence. Turkish has six noun cases, which are used to show relationships between nouns and other elements in a sentence. The six cases in Turkish are:

Nominative case (yalın hâl)
Genitive case (iyelik hâli)
Dative case (yönelme hâli)
Accusative case (belirtme hâli)
Ablative case (ayrılma hâli)
Locative case (bulunma hâli)

Each case has its own set of suffixes that are added to the noun stem. Let's take a closer look at each case and its corresponding suffixes:

Nominative Case (Yalın Hâl)[edit | edit source]

The nominative case is used to indicate the subject or the object of a sentence. It is the default case, and nouns in their basic form are usually in the nominative case. The suffix for the nominative case is "-(s)I" for singular nouns and "-lAr" for plural nouns.

Here are some examples of nouns in the nominative case:

Turkish	Pronunciation	English
ev	ev	house
kitap	kitap	book
kedi	kedi	cat
köpek	köpek	dog
elma	elma	apple

Genitive Case (İyelik Hâli)[edit | edit source]

The genitive case is used to indicate possession or the relationship between two nouns. The suffix for the genitive case is "-(n)In" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)In" for plural nouns.

Here are some examples of nouns in the genitive case:

Turkish	Pronunciation	English
evin	evin	of the house
kitabın	kitabın	of the book
kedinin	kedinin	of the cat
köpeğin	köpeğin	of the dog
elmanın	elmanın	of the apple

Dative Case (Yönelme Hâli)[edit | edit source]

The dative case is used to indicate the indirect object of a sentence or the recipient of an action. The suffix for the dative case is "-(y)A" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)A" for plural nouns.

Here are some examples of nouns in the dative case:

Turkish	Pronunciation	English
eve	eve	to the house
kitaba	kitaba	to the book
kediye	kediye	to the cat
köpeğe	köpeğe	to the dog
elmaa	elmaya	to the apple

Accusative Case (Belirtme Hâli)[edit | edit source]

The accusative case is used to indicate the direct object of a sentence. The suffix for the accusative case is "-(y)I" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)I" for plural nouns.

Here are some examples of nouns in the accusative case:

Turkish	Pronunciation	English
evi	evi	the house
kitabı	kitabı	the book
kediyi	kediyi	the cat
köpeği	köpeği	the dog
elmaya	elmayı	the apple

Ablative Case (Ayrılma Hâli)[edit | edit source]

The ablative case is used to indicate separation or origin. The suffix for the ablative case is "-(d)An" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)dAn" for plural nouns.

Here are some examples of nouns in the ablative case:

Turkish	Pronunciation	English
evden	evden	from the house
kitaptan	kitaptan	from the book
kediden	kediden	from the cat
köpekten	köpekten	from the dog
elmadaan	elmadan	from the apple

Locative Case (Bulunma Hâli)[edit | edit source]

The locative case is used to indicate location or the place where an action takes place. The suffix for the locative case is "-(d)A" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)dA" for plural nouns.

Here are some examples of nouns in the locative case:

Turkish	Pronunciation	English
evde	evde	at the house
kitapta	kitapta	in the book
kedide	kedide	on the cat
köpekte	köpekte	in the dog
elmada	elmada	on the apple

Noun Pluralization[edit | edit source]

In Turkish, nouns can be pluralized by adding suffixes that indicate the number or quantity of the noun. Plural nouns are used when referring to more than one object or person. The plural suffixes in Turkish are "-lAr" or "-lEr".

Here are some examples of plural nouns:

Turkish	Pronunciation	English
evler	evler	houses
kitaplar	kitaplar	books
kediler	kediler	cats
köpekler	köpekler	dogs
elmalar	elmalar	apples

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Congratulations! You have completed the lesson on Turkish noun declension and pluralization. In this lesson, you learned about the different noun cases in Turkish and how to modify nouns to indicate their grammatical role in a sentence. You also learned about pluralization and how to form plural nouns in Turkish. By mastering these concepts, you will be able to express yourself more accurately and confidently in Turkish. Keep practicing and exploring the Turkish language, and you will continue to progress on your language learning journey. Teşekkür ederim (Thank you) and iyi şanslar (good luck)!

Table of Contents - Turkish Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Turkish Alphabet

Basic Grammar

Complex Grammar

Everyday Phrases

Numbers and Time

Turkish Culture

Daily Life

Videos[edit | edit source]

Turkish Grammar: Forming compound nouns (plane ticket, office ...[edit | edit source]

Sources[edit | edit source]

Other Lessons[edit | edit source]

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+<div class="pg_page_title">[[Language/Turkish|Turkish]]  → [[Language/Turkish/Grammar|Grammar]] → [[Language/Turkish/Grammar/0-to-A1-Course|0 to A1 Course]] → Basic Grammar → Nouns</div>
+__TOC__
+== Introduction ==
-<div class="pg_page_title">Turkish Grammar - Nouns</div>
+Welcome to the lesson on Turkish noun declension and pluralization! In this lesson, you will learn the basics of how nouns are formed and modified in Turkish. Nouns are an essential part of any language, and understanding how they work is crucial for building a solid foundation in Turkish grammar. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to confidently use and modify nouns in different contexts. So let's get started!
-Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/turkish Turkish] learners! 😊<br>
+== Turkish Noun Basics ==
-In this lesson, we will explore the fascinating world of Turkish nouns. Learning nouns is essential to master any language, as they are the building blocks that allow us to communicate our thoughts and ideas. We will cover grammatical rules, cultural insights, and some fun facts about Turkish nouns. So, let's get started!
-__TOC__
+In Turkish, nouns play a central role in sentence structure and convey important information about objects, people, places, and concepts. Turkish nouns are generally formed by adding suffixes to a root or stem. These suffixes indicate various grammatical features such as case, number, possession, and definiteness. Understanding the different noun suffixes and how they interact with the root is key to mastering Turkish grammar.
+=== Noun Declension ===
+Noun declension refers to the modification of nouns to indicate their grammatical role in a sentence. Turkish has six noun cases, which are used to show relationships between nouns and other elements in a sentence. The six cases in Turkish are:
+* Nominative case (yalın hâl)
+* Genitive case (iyelik hâli)
+* Dative case (yönelme hâli)
+* Accusative case (belirtme hâli)
+* Ablative case (ayrılma hâli)
+* Locative case (bulunma hâli)
+Each case has its own set of suffixes that are added to the noun stem. Let's take a closer look at each case and its corresponding suffixes:
+==== Nominative Case (Yalın Hâl) ====
-<span link>Consider exploring these related pages after completing this lesson: [[Language/Turkish/Grammar/RE%C4%B0TERAT%C4%B0VE|REİTERATİVE]], [[Language/Turkish/Grammar/Gender|Gender]], [[Language/Turkish/Grammar/REİTERATİVE|REİTERATİVE]] & [[Language/Turkish/Grammar/Questions|Questions]].</span>
+The nominative case is used to indicate the subject or the object of a sentence. It is the default case, and nouns in their basic form are usually in the nominative case. The suffix for the nominative case is "-(s)I" for singular nouns and "-lAr" for plural nouns.
-== What are Nouns? ==
-Nouns are words that name people, places, things, or abstract ideas. In Turkish, nouns are called "isim." They are generally used as the subject, object, or indirect object in sentences.
-Let's see some examples in Turkish:
+Here are some examples of nouns in the nominative case:
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 ! Turkish !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Elma  || el-ma || Apple
+| ev || ev || house
 |-
-| Kitap  || kee-tap || Book
+| kitap || kitap || book
 |-
-| Öğretmen  || oe-ret-men || Teacher
+| kedi || kedi || cat
 |-
-| Türkiye  || tur-ki-ye || Turkey (the country)
+| köpek || köpek || dog
+|-
+| elma || elma || apple
 |}
-== Gender of Nouns ==
+==== Genitive Case (İyelik Hâli) ====
-Unlike some languages, such as French or Spanish, Turkish nouns do not have genders. Therefore, you don't have to worry about masculine or feminine nouns.
+The genitive case is used to indicate possession or the relationship between two nouns. The suffix for the genitive case is "-(n)In" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)In" for plural nouns.
-For example, "öğretmen" can refer to both male and female teachers.
+Here are some examples of nouns in the genitive case:
-== Plural Nouns ==
+{| class="wikitable"
-In Turkish, you can create plurals by adding "-ler" or "-lar" to the end of the noun. This suffix depends on the last vowel of the noun.
+! Turkish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| evin || evin || of the house
+|-
+| kitabın || kitabın || of the book
+|-
+| kedinin || kedinin || of the cat
+|-
+| köpeğin || köpeğin || of the dog
+|-
+| elmanın || elmanın || of the apple
+|}
-If the last vowel is "a," "ı," "o," or "u," you should use "-lar."
+==== Dative Case (Yönelme Hâli) ====
-If the last vowel is "e," "i," "ö," or "ü," you should use "-ler."
+The dative case is used to indicate the indirect object of a sentence or the recipient of an action. The suffix for the dative case is "-(y)A" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)A" for plural nouns.
-Here are some examples:
+Here are some examples of nouns in the dative case:
 {| class="wikitable"
-! Turkish Singular !! Turkish Plural !! English
+! Turkish !! Pronunciation !! English
 |-
-| Kitap  || Kitaplar || Books
+| eve || eve || to the house
 |-
-| Elma  || Elmalar || Apples
+| kitaba || kitaba || to the book
 |-
-| Öğrenci  || Öğrenciler || Students
+| kediye || kediye || to the cat
 |-
-| Hediye  || Hediyeler || Gifts
+| köpeğe || köpeğe || to the dog
+|-
+| elmaa || elmaya || to the apple
 |}
-== Possessive Nouns ==
+==== Accusative Case (Belirtme Hâli) ====
-In Turkish, you can indicate possession by adding "-in" or "-ın" after the possessed noun. This suffix also depends on the last vowel of the noun.
-If the last vowel is "a," "ı," "o," or "u," you should use "-ın."
+The accusative case is used to indicate the direct object of a sentence. The suffix for the accusative case is "-(y)I" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)I" for plural nouns.
-If the last vowel is "e," "i," "ö," or "ü," you should use "-in."
+Here are some examples of nouns in the accusative case:
-Here is an example:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Turkish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| evi || evi || the house
+|-
+| kitabı || kitabı || the book
+|-
+| kediyi || kediyi || the cat
+|-
+| köpeği || köpeği || the dog
+|-
+| elmaya || elmayı || the apple
+|}
-* Ali'nin arabası (Ali's car)
+==== Ablative Case (Ayrılma Hâli) ====
-In this example, "araba" is the possessed noun, and "-in" shows that it belongs to Ali.
+The ablative case is used to indicate separation or origin. The suffix for the ablative case is "-(d)An" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)dAn" for plural nouns.
-== Compound Nouns ==
+Here are some examples of nouns in the ablative case:
-In Turkish, you can create compound nouns by combining two or more words. The last word in the compound noun determines the noun's grammatical gender and number.
-Here are some examples:
+{| class="wikitable"
+! Turkish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| evden || evden || from the house
+|-
+| kitaptan || kitaptan || from the book
+|-
+| kediden || kediden || from the cat
+|-
+| köpekten || köpekten || from the dog
+|-
+| elmadaan || elmadan || from the apple
+|}
-* Araba anahtarı (the car key)
+==== Locative Case (Bulunma Hâli) ====
-* Uçak bileti (the plane ticket)
-* Bebek arabası (the baby carriage)
-In each example, the last word (anahtarı, bilet, arabası) determines the gender and number of the compound noun.
+The locative case is used to indicate location or the place where an action takes place. The suffix for the locative case is "-(d)A" for singular nouns and "-(lAr)dA" for plural nouns.
-== Dialogue ==
+Here are some examples of nouns in the locative case:
-* Person 1: Merhaba! Kitaplarınızın arasında ne var? (Hello! What's between your books?)
-* Person 2: Bir çiçek buldum. (I found a flower.)
-== Tips and Tricks ==
+{| class="wikitable"
-- To improve your [[:Category:Language/Turkish|Turkish]] [[:Category:Language/Turkish/Grammar|Grammar]], you can also use the [https://polyglotclub.com Polyglot Club] website. [https://polyglotclub.com/find-friends.php?search=send&d=0&f=36&offre1=133 Find native speakers] and ask them any [https://polyglotclub.com/language/turkish/question questions]!
+! Turkish !! Pronunciation !! English
+|-
+| evde || evde || at the house
+|-
+| kitapta || kitapta || in the book
+|-
+| kedide || kedide || on the cat
+|-
+| köpekte || köpekte || in the dog
+|-
+| elmada || elmada || on the apple
+|}
+=== Noun Pluralization ===
+In Turkish, nouns can be pluralized by adding suffixes that indicate the number or quantity of the noun. Plural nouns are used when referring to more than one object or person. The plural suffixes in Turkish are "-lAr" or "-lEr".
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+Here are some examples of plural nouns:
-==Sources==
-* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turkish_grammar Turkish grammar - Wikipedia]
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-* [https://cromwell-intl.com/turkish/nouns.html Nouns & Pronouns, Adjectives, Adverbs — Basics of Turkish Grammar]
+! Turkish !! Pronunciation !! English
-* [http://mylanguages.org/turkish_nouns.php Turkish Nouns]
+|-
+| evler || evler || houses
+|-
+| kitaplar || kitaplar || books
+|-
+| kediler || kediler || cats
+|-
+| köpekler || köpekler || dogs
+|-
+| elmalar || elmalar || apples
+|}
+== Conclusion ==
-<hr>➡ If you have any questions, please ask them in the comments section below.<br>➡ Feel free to edit this wiki page if you think it can be improved. 😎
+Congratulations! You have completed the lesson on Turkish noun declension and pluralization. In this lesson, you learned about the different noun cases in Turkish and how to modify nouns to indicate their grammatical role in a sentence. You also learned about pluralization and how to form plural nouns in Turkish. By mastering these concepts, you will be able to express yourself more accurately and confidently in Turkish. Keep practicing and exploring the Turkish language, and you will continue to progress on your language learning journey. Teşekkür ederim (Thank you) and iyi şanslar (good luck)!
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+==Sources==
+* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turkish_grammar Turkish grammar - Wikipedia]
+* [https://cromwell-intl.com/turkish/nouns.html Nouns & Pronouns, Adjectives, Adverbs — Basics of Turkish Grammar]
+* [http://mylanguages.org/turkish_nouns.php Turkish Nouns]
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