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Let's Learn Turkish

By Meltem Naz Kaso Corral Sánchez

My name is Meltem and I am originally from Istanbul, Turkey. My Spanish partner Lázaro wants to learn Turkish so to help him, I am now creating material that is both entertaining and approachable for beginners. Anyone who is interested in learning Turkish is welcomed to join us! (Only in weekdays)
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Learning to Ask Questions and Make Negative Statements

Let's Learn TurkishMar 14, 2018

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Bilmemek vs Bilememek

Bilmemek vs Bilememek

In this episode, amidst my son’s loud objections, we discuss the subtle difference between bilmemek and bilememek. We also explain the translation of “lost and found” in Turkish.
Jan 18, 202104:46
Words that sound the same but mean different things

Words that sound the same but mean different things

In this episode, we will talk about a question our fellow listener Nevanaci posed. In Turkish, there are words that sound the same but mean different things. In this episode, you’ll hear some examples.
Nov 30, 202007:55
Animals

Animals

Here we discuss most common pets in Turkey and common vocabulary
Nov 13, 202003:47
Marital Status

Marital Status

In this episode, we will cover a very common conversation starter amongst Turks. We will learn a few words and phrases to discuss your marital status.

Oct 29, 202005:18
Zodiac Signs

Zodiac Signs

Zodiac signs are a great conversation starters for Turkish speakers. In this episode, we will go through each zodiac sign and learn how to ask a few basic questions.

Oct 08, 202005:23
Öyle Şöyle Böyle

Öyle Şöyle Böyle

In this episode, we talk about Öyle, Şöyle, Böyle. These are three words that are used frequently in Turkish and it's hard to understand their meaning.

Oct 05, 202006:20
Turkish Language Day

Turkish Language Day

To celebrate Turkish Language Day with only 2 days delay (very good for a new mom!), I'm sharing with you a few Turkish words with interesting meanings that are difficult to pronounce.

Sep 28, 202008:24
Çalışıyor musun yoksa okuyor musun?

Çalışıyor musun yoksa okuyor musun?

In this episode, we introduce a major conversation starter. Do you work or do you study? You’ll find examples of some jobs, and learn how to say that you study.
Sep 24, 202005:20
Dani and the Dolphin 2

Dani and the Dolphin 2

In this episode, I walk you through the story about Dani and the Dolphin, translate it from Turkish to English (not word by word but just to give you the general idea). I then distinguish between two forms of past tense in Turkish (dı and mış). If you have any questions, or suggestions for future episodes, please find me on Instagram (meltem barcelona)

Aug 06, 202006:20
A Message from Imogen

A Message from Imogen

Hi Listeners,


Thanks so much for checking in with Let's Learn Turkish. This morning, I was pleasantly surprised to hear from Imogen, a Turkish learner who left a voice message. I am sharing it with you so that it inspires you to bring more Turkish into your life.


Stay safe,

Mel

Jul 30, 202000:48
Dani and the Dolphin

Dani and the Dolphin

In this episode, I narrate a story about a little boy named Dani, who meets a Dolphin called Ömer in Barcelona beach, and travels with him to Istanbul to visit his grandparents
Jul 21, 202008:20
Religions

Religions

Turkey has recently made headlines for transforming Hagia Sofia museum into a mosque. Taking this as a point of departure, we talk about religions in this episode.
Jul 15, 202004:09
Making a Shopping List

Making a Shopping List

Hi Let's Learn Turkish Listeners. As per some of you requested, we are now practicing dialogues. This episode is no exception. We are having a conversation with my podcast guest (my mom) who tends to buy me stuff from my native Turkey before visiting me in Spain. With her, we are going through a shopping list - items which she would buy me from Istanbul before her visit. Please rate this podcast from whichever platform you use to access it, and subscribe. I look forward to hear from you on Instagram Meltem Barcelona.

Apr 13, 202006:46
Talking About Your Weekend Trip

Talking About Your Weekend Trip

Hi Let's Learn Turkish Listeners. As per some of you requested, we are now practicing a conversation. It is about organizing a weekend trip from Barcelona to Madrid. Please rate this podcast from whichever platform you use to access it, and subscribe. I look forward to hear from you on Instagram Meltem Barcelona.

Mar 08, 202010:16
Gelsene and Self-Presentation

Gelsene and Self-Presentation

Hi, thanks for joining our learning community at Let's Learn Turkish. In this episode, we answer our listeners' questions, and help distinguish between "gel and gelsene." There is a mini self-presentation session towards the end as well. Please take a moment to rank this podcast in whichever platform you use to access it. And follow me on Instagram (meltem_barcelona) and share your experience on language learning and cultural experiences surrounding Turkish.

Feb 15, 202011:35
Direct vs Indirect Discourse and Compound Nouns

Direct vs Indirect Discourse and Compound Nouns

Hi, thanks for joining our learning community at Let's Learn Turkish. In this episode, we cover a comparison between direct and indirect discourse with some examples. We also conjugate and give some examples of compound nouns. Please take a moment to rank this podcast in whichever platform you use to access it. And follow me on Instagram (meltem_barcelona) and share your experience on language learning and cultural experiences surrounding Turkish.

Feb 02, 202009:17
Ip Suffix

Ip Suffix

Hi, thanks for joining our learning community at Let's Learn Turkish. In this episode, we cover "ip suffix" with some examples and conjugations. Follow me on Instagram (meltem_barcelona) and share your experience on language learning and cultural experiences surrounding Turkish.

Jan 19, 202012:37
Conditionals

Conditionals

In this episode, we smoothly enter into the world of "conditionals", covering the most plausible cases as well as past hypotheses that are impossible.

Sep 17, 201909:40
Fatmagül'ün suçu ne? Learning Turkish from Soap Operas

Fatmagül'ün suçu ne? Learning Turkish from Soap Operas

In this session, I react to the crazy love people have around me for Turkish soap operas. Taking a small section of "Fatmagül'ün suçu ne?" to make use of the script, I hope to help you learn not only Turkish language but to give insights about Turkish values and culture.

Aug 27, 201915:42
Where are you?

Where are you?

In this episode, we ask where someone is and get familiarized with frequent answers.

Aug 21, 201913:23
Verbal Nouns

Verbal Nouns

In this episode, I teach a trick to formulate verbal nouns from verbs and give examples. Additionally, I introduce "ragmen" and "lazim", two words which are used a lot in daily life.

Mar 06, 201907:04
Kadar and Parts of the Body

Kadar and Parts of the Body

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Dec 10, 201806:55
TDK Dictionary Exercise 1

TDK Dictionary Exercise 1

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Dec 05, 201807:03
Practicing Future Tense

Practicing Future Tense

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Nov 21, 201807:38
Dictionary Study 1

Dictionary Study 1

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Nov 06, 201811:30
Dialogue (Inviting a friend out)

Dialogue (Inviting a friend out)

In this episode, we hear a dialogue between two colleagues and make sense of the verb conjugations and new vocabulary in the text.
Oct 29, 201812:54
Word Order and Practical Questions

Word Order and Practical Questions

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Oct 25, 201808:59
Kim and İçin

Kim and İçin

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Oct 23, 201805:48
Future Tense Conjugations

Future Tense Conjugations

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Oct 04, 201807:03
Araba Kullanmak (Conjugation)

Araba Kullanmak (Conjugation)

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Oct 01, 201806:46
Gitmek (Conjugation 1)

Gitmek (Conjugation 1)

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Sep 29, 201805:30
Yemek

Yemek

Conjugating the verb "to eat"
Sep 18, 201803:52
Elfida- Haluk Levent

Elfida- Haluk Levent

Sharing the lyrics and the English translation of a song called "Elfida" by Haluk Levent
Sep 06, 201811:46
Almak (Conjugation 2)

Almak (Conjugation 2)

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Aug 28, 201815:01
Almak (Conjugation 1)

Almak (Conjugation 1)

Hello hello!

I have drastically changed the way I recorded episodes in this podcast after having received Lázaro's feedback. He says that he likes to play these on repeat and so the less introductions and explanations, the better for him. I hope the same holds true for you as well.

Here you will find the conjugation of the verb "Almak" which is translated mainly as to take, get, and buy.

Enjoy and see you on my next podcast :)
Aug 20, 201807:11
Simple Past Tense Conjugations

Simple Past Tense Conjugations

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May 26, 201813:49
Possessive Suffixes with Examples

Possessive Suffixes with Examples

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May 14, 201819:21
Avoiding Vowel Clashes

Avoiding Vowel Clashes

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May 03, 201809:25
Negative Forms of Present Continuous Tense

Negative Forms of Present Continuous Tense

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Apr 23, 201812:24
Exercising with "iyor" to conjugate verbs in Present Continuous Tense

Exercising with "iyor" to conjugate verbs in Present Continuous Tense

"iyor" is your best friend to conjugate verbs in present continuous tense.
Apr 18, 201814:59
Consonant Changes and Dictionary form of Verbs

Consonant Changes and Dictionary form of Verbs

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Apr 13, 201816:18
Prepositions and Personal Pronouns

Prepositions and Personal Pronouns

In this episode, we do exercises with "i, e, de, den" endings (their use is similar to that of prepositions in English), and see how they work with personal pronouns.
Apr 09, 201816:53
Commands, Prepositions, and Direct Objects

Commands, Prepositions, and Direct Objects

In this session, we practice giving commands (and also negative commands), master the most basic prepositions, and give examples to the use of direct objects.
Apr 04, 201814:49
Irregular Verbs and More Vocabulary

Irregular Verbs and More Vocabulary

In this episode, we learn to conjugate verbs that remove the last vowel in the root, and the ones that soften the "t" into "d." We also add more words in the vocabulary.
Mar 27, 201816:58
The Present Continuous Tense 2

The Present Continuous Tense 2

In this episode, I finalize teaching the use of present continuos tense in Turkish (basic level). Then, we practice verb conjugations with four verbs (they will help you conjugate all the other verbs in the present continuous tense).
Mar 23, 201814:38
The Present Continuous Tense

The Present Continuous Tense

In this episode, we continue enhancing our vocabulary and list occasions for which we use the present continuous tense in Turkish, with some slight variations from English. We practice conjugating verbs in the present continuous tense.
Mar 20, 201818:39
Conjugating the verb "to be"

Conjugating the verb "to be"

In this episode, we conjugate the verb to be and we learn a few more words to enhance our vocabulary. Attention to "vowel harmony" :)
Mar 19, 201816:03
Learning to Ask Questions and Make Negative Statements

Learning to Ask Questions and Make Negative Statements

In this episode, we learn to make inquiries by forming "mi?" questions. Also, we cover some examples of "değil" (forming negative sentences) and "var & yok" (there is & there is not).
Mar 14, 201812:59
Intro to Verbs

Intro to Verbs

In this episode, we learn how to construct the infinitive form of a verb (doing so will require distinguishing between thin vowels and thick vowels and creating a vowel harmony). Also, we practice the negative imperative form of verbs as well as learn how to ask "What is this?" and "Who is this?"
Mar 12, 201810:43
Survival Guide

Survival Guide

Here are some basic words and questions to help you get around in Turkey.
Mar 08, 201816:45