Simple Present Tense (Geniş Zaman)
Express habitual actions and general truths
3 sections and 3 exercises - here is how it opens
Formation
The simple present (aorist) expresses habitual actions, general truths, and future intentions. It's formed differently for positive and negative: Positive: verb stem + -r/-ır/-ir/-ur/-ür + personal ending Negative: verb stem + -mez/-maz + personal ending Vowel harmony determines which variant to use.
- Choosing the Right Suffix
- Uses of Simple Present
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Frequently asked questions
What is Simple Present Tense in Turkish?
Express habitual actions and general truths
When do you use Simple Present Tense in Turkish?
The simple present (aorist) expresses habitual actions, general truths, and future intentions. It's formed differently for positive and negative:
What does the Simple Present Tense guide cover?
This guide covers Formation, Choosing the Right Suffix and Uses of Simple Present, with 3 practice exercises.