Turkish · Work & Business
Meslektaş
Colleague
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A person with whom one works.
Example
Meslektaşlarım çok yardımsever.
My colleagues are very helpful.
Etymology
'Meslektaş' is formed from 'meslek' meaning 'profession' and 'taş,' a suffix indicating a relationship or sharing. It evolved in the early 20th century as new occupational categories emerged.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, 'meslektaş' is predominantly found in professional settings. It is commonly used among peers in an office or occupational environment across Turkey.