Dictionary
English - Turkish
Year
jɪr
Extremely common
0 - 100
0 - 100
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.
Yıl, Yıl dönümü, Yılbaşı, Yıl (yaş)
Year meanings in Turkish
Yıl
Example:
This year has been very challenging.
Bu yıl çok zor geçti.
She graduated last year.
O, geçen yıl mezun oldu.
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to denote a calendar year or a specific duration of time.
Note: The word 'yıl' can refer to a calendar year, a fiscal year, or any period of 365 days (or 366 in a leap year).
Yıl dönümü
Example:
We celebrated our wedding anniversary last year.
Geçen yıl evlilik yıldönümümüzü kutladık.
The company is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
Şirket bu yıl 20. yıl dönümünü kutluyor.
Usage: FormalContext: Used when referring to the anniversary of significant events.
Note: This term is typically used in formal contexts, such as weddings, companies, or historical events.
Yılbaşı
Example:
New Year's Eve is celebrated with fireworks.
Yılbaşı gecesi havai fişeklerle kutlanır.
We have a family dinner on New Year's Day.
Yılın ilk günü aile yemeği yaparız.
Usage: InformalContext: Used specifically to refer to New Year's celebrations.
Note: This term is specific to the celebration of the start of a new year and is often associated with festivities and traditions.
Yıl (yaş)
Example:
He is five years old.
O, beş yaşında.
She will turn 30 this year.
Bu yıl 30 yaşına girecek.
Usage: InformalContext: Used when referring to someone's age.
Note: In this context, 'yıl' is often used with a number to indicate how many years someone has lived.
Year's synonyms
Year
A period of 365 days or 12 months, starting from January 1st and ending on December 31st.
Example: I will graduate next year.
Note: N/A
Annum
A Latin-derived term that means a year, often used in formal or literary contexts.
Example: The project is expected to be completed within the next annum.
Note: Formal or literary usage
Twelvemonth
A term meaning a period of twelve months, equivalent to a year.
Example: She spent a twelvemonth traveling around the world.
Note: Less common usage
Calendar year
Refers to a year as it appears on a calendar, typically starting from January 1st and ending on December 31st.
Example: The fiscal year does not align with the calendar year.
Note: Specifically refers to the year as marked on a calendar
Year expressions, common phrases
New Year's Eve
The evening before the start of the new year, often celebrated with parties and countdowns.
Example: We're hosting a party for New Year's Eve.
Note: Specifically refers to the eve of the new year, not the entire year itself.
Year in, year out
Refers to something that happens repeatedly every year without change.
Example: He does the same job, year in, year out.
Note: Emphasizes the repetitive nature of the action over a long period.
Leap year
A year, occurring every four years, with an additional day (February 29) inserted to keep the calendar year synchronized with the astronomical year.
Example: 2020 was a leap year, with 366 days instead of the usual 365.
Note: Distinguishes a year with an extra day from regular years.
End of year
Refers to the conclusion or last part of the calendar year.
Example: We need to finalize the project by the end of year.
Note: Specifically denotes the conclusion of a year rather than the entire year itself.
Year-round
Indicates that something is available or occurs all year long, without seasonal breaks.
Example: The resort offers activities year-round.
Note: Emphasizes the continuity or availability throughout the entire year.
Yearn for
To have a strong desire or longing for something.
Example: She yearns for the peaceful days of her childhood.
Note: Expresses a deep longing or strong desire, often for something unattainable or in the past.
Fiscal year
A 12-month period used for financial planning and reporting by businesses and governments, not necessarily aligned with the calendar year.
Example: The company's fiscal year ends in June.
Note: Specifically refers to a financial year used for accounting purposes.
Year everyday (slang) expressions
Yearn
To yearn means to have a strong desire or longing for something.
Example: I yearn for the summer to come back.
Note: Yearn is a more emotional and intense term compared to simply wanting or desiring something.
Yr
An abbreviation for 'year', often used in informal writing or texting.
Example: I graduated last yr.
Note: It is a shortened form of the word 'year' for quick and casual communication.
Y.O.
Stands for 'years old', commonly used to indicate someone's age.
Example: She's celebrating her 30th Y.O. this weekend.
Note: It is an abbreviation used in a more casual or informal context to represent age.
Yearling
Refers to someone or something in its first year of existence or activity.
Example: He's a yearling recruit in the army.
Note: It describes a new or inexperienced person or thing, particularly in a specific context like sports or military.
Yesteryear
Refers to the past, especially a recent one or the time before the present.
Example: The fashion trends of yesteryear are making a comeback.
Note: It is a poetic or nostalgic term used to evoke a sense of the past, different from just mentioning a specific year.
Year - Examples
I am 25 years old.
Ben 25 yaşındayım.
This year has been challenging.
Bu yıl zorlayıcıydı.
She is studying for her final year exams.
O, son yıl sınavları için çalışıyor.
We celebrate New Year's Eve with fireworks.
Yeni Yıl gecesini havai fişeklerle kutluyoruz.
Year grammar
Year - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: year
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): years
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): year
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Year Contains 1 syllables: year
Phonetic transcription: ˈyir
year , ˈyir (The red syllable is stressed)
Year - 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.
Year: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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