Turkish

1 of 2

adjective

Turk·​ish ˈtər-kish 

1

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Turkey, the Turks, or Turkish

2

: turkic sense 1a

Turkish

2 of 2

noun

: the Turkic language of the Republic of Turkey

Examples of Turkish in a Sentence

Adjective

He is from Ankara, the Turkish capital.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

This spacious rectangle rug is inspired by Turkish patterns and blends a distressed vintage look with durability for areas with high foot traffic, like dining rooms and living rooms. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2025

The Turkish shipyard has unveiled the third and final unit in the Bilgin 263 series, with the latest example a clear departure from sisterships Tatiana and Leona. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2025

Noun

According to the Turkish Healthcare Travel Council, more than one million people travel to the country each year for cosmetic hair procedures. —Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025

Returning awards include the Turkish Radio Television Award, with €10,000 cash for the production company and formalized as a license agreement for TV rights within Turkey. —Leo Barraclough, Variety, 1 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1613, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing Turkish

• Turkish bath
• Turkish coffee
• Turkish delight
• Turkish towel

Kids Definition

Turkish

1 of 2 adjective

Turk·​ish ˈtər-kish 

: of or relating to Turkey, the Turks, or Turkish

Turkish

2 of 2 noun

: the language of the Turks