Let's Learn Turkish

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Synopsis

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)

Episodes

  • Bilmemek vs Bilememek

    18/01/2021 Duration: 04min

    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.

  • Words that sound the same but mean different things

    30/11/2020 Duration: 07min

    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.

  • Animals

    13/11/2020 Duration: 03min

    Here we discuss most common pets in Turkey and common vocabulary

  • Marital Status

    29/10/2020 Duration: 05min

    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.

  • Zodiac Signs

    08/10/2020 Duration: 05min

    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.

  • Öyle Şöyle Böyle

    05/10/2020 Duration: 06min

    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.

  • Turkish Language Day

    28/09/2020 Duration: 08min

    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.

  • Çalışıyor musun yoksa okuyor musun?

    24/09/2020 Duration: 05min

    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.

  • Dani and the Dolphin 2

    06/08/2020 Duration: 06min

    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)

  • A Message from Imogen

    30/07/2020 Duration: 48s

    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

  • Dani and the Dolphin

    21/07/2020 Duration: 08min

    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

  • Religions

    15/07/2020 Duration: 04min

    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.

  • Making a Shopping List

    13/04/2020 Duration: 06min

    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.

  • Talking About Your Weekend Trip

    08/03/2020 Duration: 10min

    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.

  • Gelsene and Self-Presentation

    15/02/2020 Duration: 11min

    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.

  • Direct vs Indirect Discourse and Compound Nouns

    02/02/2020 Duration: 09min

    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.

  • Ip Suffix

    19/01/2020 Duration: 12min

    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.

  • Conditionals

    17/09/2019 Duration: 09min

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

  • Fatmagül'ün suçu ne? Learning Turkish from Soap Operas

    27/08/2019 Duration: 15min

    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.

  • Where are you?

    21/08/2019 Duration: 13min

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

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