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English - Turkish
Cup
kəp
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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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.
fincan, kupa, bardak, ölçü kapı
Cup meanings in Turkish
fincan
Example:
I would like a cup of coffee.
Bir fincan kahve alabilir miyim?
He drank a cup of tea.
O, bir fincan çay içti.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in everyday situations when referring to drinking vessels, especially for coffee and tea.
Note: The term 'fincan' specifically refers to smaller cups typically used for coffee or tea. It's important to differentiate it from larger cups.
kupa
Example:
The trophy was a beautiful cup.
Kupa, güzel bir ödüldü.
He won the cup in the tournament.
Turnuvada kupayı kazandı.
Usage: formalContext: Used when referring to trophies or awards, often in sports contexts.
Note: The term 'kupa' is used for larger cups, particularly those awarded as trophies.
bardak
Example:
Can you pass me a cup for water?
Bana su için bir bardak uzatır mısın?
He filled the cup with juice.
O, bardağı meyve suyu ile doldurdu.
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used for any drinking vessel, especially larger ones for water, juice, or other beverages.
Note: While 'bardak' can refer to cups, it generally means a glass and is used more broadly than 'fincan'.
ölçü kapı
Example:
Use a cup to measure the flour.
Unu ölçmek için bir ölçü kapı kullanın.
She added a cup of sugar to the recipe.
Tarife bir ölçü kapı şeker ekledi.
Usage: formalContext: Used in cooking and baking contexts to refer to a measuring cup.
Note: This term is specifically for cups used in cooking to measure ingredients.
Cup's synonyms
mug
A mug is a sturdy, often cylindrical cup with a handle, typically used for hot beverages like coffee or tea.
Example: She sipped her tea from a delicate porcelain mug.
Note: Mugs are usually larger and more robust than traditional cups, often with thicker walls and a handle for easier gripping.
glass
A glass is a container made of glass or other transparent material, often used for drinking liquids.
Example: He poured some water into a tall glass.
Note: While cups are typically made of ceramic or plastic, a glass is usually made of glass and can have various shapes and sizes.
tumbler
A tumbler is a flat-bottomed drinking glass without a handle, often used for serving mixed drinks or spirits.
Example: The bartender served the cocktail in a fancy tumbler.
Note: Unlike cups, tumblers do not have handles and are usually wider at the top, making them suitable for cocktails and other beverages.
Cup expressions, common phrases
Cup of tea
Something that someone prefers or enjoys.
Example: I'm not really into horror movies, but a good comedy is more my cup of tea.
Note: In this idiom, 'cup of tea' refers to a preference or liking rather than an actual cup of tea.
Cup of coffee
To have a casual meeting or chat over a cup of coffee.
Example: Let's catch up over a cup of coffee sometime this week.
Note: Similar to 'cup of tea,' this idiom is about socializing over coffee rather than the beverage itself.
Cup of joe
A slang term for a cup of coffee.
Example: I need a cup of joe to wake me up in the morning.
Note: This informal phrase is a casual way to refer to coffee, often used in American English.
Cup runneth over
To have more than enough of something, usually positive or good things.
Example: I feel so grateful for my life; my cup runneth over with blessings.
Note: This phrase is a metaphorical expression of abundance, derived from the idea of a cup being so full that it overflows.
Measuring cup
A cup with markings used for measuring liquid or dry ingredients.
Example: Please use a measuring cup to ensure the exact amount of flour for the recipe.
Note: Unlike a regular cup, a measuring cup is specifically designed for accurate measurement in cooking and baking.
Cup and saucer
A set consisting of a cup and a saucer, often used for serving hot beverages like tea or coffee.
Example: She served us tea in delicate cups and saucers during the afternoon tea party.
Note: This phrase refers to a specific type of serving vessel, typically used in formal or traditional tea settings.
Cup holder
A compartment or device in a vehicle or furniture to hold cups or drinks.
Example: The car's cup holder was designed to securely hold different sizes of beverage containers.
Note: While it contains the word 'cup,' a cup holder is a functional item for holding drinks while traveling or sitting.
Cup everyday (slang) expressions
Cuppa
A casual term for a cup of tea or coffee, commonly used in British English.
Example: Would you like a cuppa? I'll put the kettle on.
Note: Derived from 'cup of tea' but used more broadly to refer to any hot beverage in a cup.
Cup o' noodles
Instant noodles that come in a cup and can be made quickly by adding hot water.
Example: I'm just going to grab a cup o' noodles for lunch.
Note: Refers specifically to instant noodles in a cup packaging rather than a regular bowl.
Cupcake
A small cake baked in a cup-shaped container and often frosted or decorated.
Example: I'll bring some cupcakes to the party for dessert.
Note: Distinct from a regular cake due to its individual portion size and presentation.
Cupboard love
Affection or attention shown by someone only for the sake of receiving food or treats.
Example: She's only showing you affection for a treat; that's just cupboard love.
Note: Indicates insincere or opportunistic behavior, contrasting with genuine displays of affection.
Cuppa joe
Informal slang for a cup of coffee, particularly used in American English.
Example: Let's grab a cuppa joe before we start our road trip.
Note: Similar to 'cup of joe' but more colloquial and often used among friends in casual settings.
Cupping
A therapeutic practice in traditional Chinese medicine involving heated cups placed on the skin to create suction.
Example: She's into alternative medicine, so she tried cupping therapy last week.
Note: Refers to a specific alternative therapy method, distinct from general cup-related terms.
Cup and ball trick
A magic trick involving hiding a small ball under one of three cups and shuffling them to deceive the audience.
Example: He entertained us with a cup and ball trick at the party.
Note: Associated with a specific magic trick rather than the concept of a cup itself.
Cup - Examples
The tea is in the cup.
Çay fincanda.
He won the championship cup.
Şampiyonluk kupasını kazandı.
Can you please pass me the glass cup?
Bana cam kupayı uzatır mısın lütfen?
Cup grammar
Cup - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: cup
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): cups, cup
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): cup
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): cupped
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): cupping
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): cups
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): cup
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): cup
Syllables, Separation and Stress
cup Contains 1 syllables: cup
Phonetic transcription: ˈkəp
cup , ˈkəp (The red syllable is stressed)
Cup - 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.
cup: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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