One of the keys to learning the Turkish language is to understand the importance and function of the verb. The stem of the verb, together with various suffixes of mode, tense, person, along with a subject and/or object, may be the equivalent of an entire English sentence. "A Dictionary of Turkish Verbs" is an aid to both the beginning and more advanced student of the language by providing approximately 1,000 verbs in context as they appear in up-to-date colloquial Turkish phrases and sentences, or short dialogues in translation. Contrasting English and Turkish ways of expression, this multipurpose dictionary also helps the English speaker avoid the most common errors - with most verbs cross-referenced to related verbs, synonyms, or antonyms, and to the broader themes or categories of meaning to which they belong. Includes an English-Turkish index and a thesaurus section (using Roget's categories) where verbs of related meaning appear together and a short reference list of verb-forming suffixes. For students at any stage of learning the Turkish language, or for the self-motivated traveler, this unique dictionary will help open the door to greater understanding in an increasingly important area of the world.

Finally, a meticulously researched and carefully prepared learner's dictionary for Turkish for native-English speakers. This is an indispensable resource for any student of Turkish who aspires to attain advanced levels of proficiency. -- Erika H. Gilson, Princeton University and Executive Secretary-Treasurer, American Association of Teachers of Turkic Languages

About the Author
Ralph Jaeckel is senior lecturer emeritus in the Department of Near Eastern Languages and Cultures at University of California, Los Angeles. Gulnur Doganata Erciyes is assistant professor in the Department of General Cultural Courses, Izmir Institute of Technology, Izmir, Turkey.

Reviews
The authors have created an amazing and valuable tool for learning the Turkish language. MELA Notes A valuable source of information for learners and teachers of Turkish as a second language and for all those interested in the Turkish language. When used in combination with other resources, as it is intended to be, it will help users to understand the structural and cultural aspects of the Turkish language better. LINGUIST LIST



Book Information
ISBN 9781589010574
Author Ralph Jaeckel
Format Paperback
Page Count 800
Imprint Georgetown University Press
Publisher Georgetown University Press
Weight(grams) 1814g