Turkish · Numbers & Time
Beş
Five
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number 5.
Example
Beş dakika bekle.
Wait five minutes.
Etymology
'Beş' originates from Proto-Turkic *bäš and is consistent in various Turkic languages, reflecting the shared aspect of numeral systems in these languages.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is widely applicable in conversations, education, and literature, usable in both formal and informal registers. Regional variations are minimal.