Demonstratives (bu, şu, o)
Learn to use 'this', 'that' (nearby), and 'that' (far away)
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Three-Way Distance System
Turkish has three demonstratives based on distance from the speaker: bu - this (near speaker) şu - that (middle distance) o - that (far from both) These can be used alone or before nouns.
- Using Demonstratives Alone
- With Suffixes
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Frequently asked questions
What is Demonstratives in Turkish?
Learn to use 'this', 'that' (nearby), and 'that' (far away)
When do you use Demonstratives in Turkish?
Turkish has three demonstratives based on distance from the speaker:
What does the Demonstratives guide cover?
This guide covers Three-Way Distance System, Using Demonstratives Alone and With Suffixes, with 3 practice exercises.