Turkish · Common Verbs
Konuşmak
To speak / To talk
Beginnerverb
Definition
To communicate verbally.
Example
Türkçe konuşuyorum.
I speak Turkish.
Etymology
'Konuşmak' originates from the root 'kon-', which signifies 'to speak' or 'to discuss' in Old Turkic. The term has evolved yet maintained its core meaning in modern usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Konuşmak' is widely used in spoken Turkish and is applicable in both formal and informal settings, making it a central term in conversations.