Turkish · Numbers & Time
Bir
One
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number 1.
Example
Bir elma istiyorum.
I want one apple.
Etymology
'Bir' is the Turkish word for 'one,' derived from Proto-Turkic language sources. It has remained a simple numeric term throughout Turkish history.
How & Where It’s Used
Bir is used in both formal and informal contexts in numerical references, common in both spoken and written formats across Turkey.