Turkish · Common Verbs
Okumak
To read
Beginnerverb
Definition
To look at and understand written words.
Example
Kitap okuyorum.
I am reading a book.
Etymology
'Okumak' is derived from the Old Turkic root 'oku-', which signifies 'to read'. This term has evolved in various Turkic languages but retains its meaning.
How & Where It’s Used
'Okumak' is widely used in both spoken and written forms, often found in educational and literary contexts, applicable across different registers.