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English - Turkish
Act
ækt
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
hareket, eylem, tutulma, yasama, performans
Act meanings in Turkish
hareket
Example:
He made a sudden act of kindness.
O, ani bir iyilik hareketi yaptı.
The act of running helps her stay fit.
Koşma hareketi, onun formda kalmasına yardımcı oluyor.
Usage: informalContext: Everyday situations, discussing actions or behaviors.
Note: This meaning refers to a physical or mental action someone takes.
eylem
Example:
The act of voting is important in a democracy.
Oy verme eylemi, bir demokraside önemlidir.
Their act of protest was seen all over the news.
Onların protesto eylemi, tüm haberlerde görüldü.
Usage: formalContext: Legal, political, or social discussions.
Note: This meaning often relates to a specific action taken, especially in a legal or social context.
tutulma
Example:
He was caught in the act of stealing.
Hırsızlık yaparken yakalandı.
She was in the act of cooking when I arrived.
Ben geldiğimde yemek yapıyordu.
Usage: informalContext: Situations where someone is in the middle of doing something.
Note: This meaning emphasizes the ongoing nature of an action.
yasama
Example:
The act of Congress was passed last week.
Kongre yasası geçen hafta kabul edildi.
The act was signed into law.
Yasa olarak imzalandı.
Usage: formalContext: Legal discussions, governance, or legislative processes.
Note: This meaning refers to a formal law or statute enacted by a governing body.
performans
Example:
The magician's act amazed the audience.
Sihirbazın performansı izleyicileri hayrete düşürdü.
Her act on stage was captivating.
Sahnedeki performansı büyüleyiciydi.
Usage: informalContext: Theatrical performances, entertainment, or showcases.
Note: This meaning refers to a performance, especially in the context of theater or entertainment.
Act's synonyms
perform
To carry out a task or action, especially in a formal or public setting.
Example: She will perform in the school play tonight.
Note: Perform often implies a more planned or intentional action compared to the general term 'act'.
execute
To carry out or accomplish a task or action with precision or skill.
Example: The actor executed the scene flawlessly.
Note: Execute suggests a higher level of skill or precision in carrying out the action.
behave
To conduct oneself in a particular way, especially in terms of manners or actions.
Example: The children were told to behave during the ceremony.
Note: Behave focuses more on one's conduct or manners rather than a specific task or performance.
pretend
To act as if something is true or real, especially for amusement or to deceive.
Example: He likes to pretend he is a superhero when playing with his friends.
Note: Pretend involves acting in a way that may not reflect reality, often for play or entertainment purposes.
Act expressions, common phrases
act on
To take action based on a suggestion, idea, or information.
Example: She decided to act on the advice given by her mentor.
Note: This phrase emphasizes acting upon something, rather than just performing an action.
act out
To express one's emotions or feelings through behavior, often in a dramatic or exaggerated manner.
Example: The child often acts out when she doesn't get her way.
Note: This phrase involves physically demonstrating emotions or feelings.
put on an act
To pretend or behave in a way that is not genuine, often for deceptive purposes.
Example: He pretended to be sick, but I think he was just putting on an act.
Note: This phrase implies a deliberate attempt to deceive or manipulate others.
act up
To malfunction or behave in a disruptive or unruly manner.
Example: My computer always seems to act up when I'm in a hurry.
Note: This phrase typically refers to things or systems misbehaving.
act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's chronological age.
Example: Stop fooling around and act your age!
Note: This phrase emphasizes behaving according to societal expectations of maturity.
act the fool
To behave in a silly or foolish manner, often for entertainment or attention.
Example: He loves to act the fool to make his friends laugh.
Note: This phrase suggests a deliberate choice to behave foolishly.
act of kindness
A gesture or action done with the intention of helping or benefiting others.
Example: Her act of kindness towards the homeless man touched everyone's hearts.
Note: This phrase highlights a specific action done for the purpose of showing kindness.
Act everyday (slang) expressions
Act a fool
To behave in a silly or ridiculous manner, usually for entertainment or attention.
Example: He always acts a fool at parties, making everyone laugh.
Note: While 'act a fool' contains the word 'act', it deviates from the original word as it refers to behaving foolishly rather than performing a role or pretending.
Acting brand new
To behave as if one is better or different from before, often due to a change in circumstances.
Example: She's been acting brand new since she got that promotion.
Note: This slang term plays on the idea of someone acting like a new or different person, rather than portraying a character, as in the original meaning of 'act'.
Act - Examples
She always acts quickly in emergency situations.
Acil durumlarda her zaman hızlı hareket eder.
The government needs to take immediate action to address the issue.
Hükümet, sorunu çözmek için derhal harekete geçmelidir.
The actor's performance in the play was outstanding.
Oyuncunun oyundaki performansı olağanüstüydü.
Act grammar
Act - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: act
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): acted
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): acting
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): acts
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): act
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): act
Syllables, Separation and Stress
act Contains 1 syllables: act
Phonetic transcription: ˈakt
act , ˈakt (The red syllable is stressed)
Act - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
act: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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