Turkish · Emotions & Feelings
Umut
Hope
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A feeling that something desired will happen.
Example
Umudunu kaybetme.
Do not lose hope.
Etymology
'Umut' has roots in the Arabic word 'أمل' (amal), meaning hope. This conveys the aspiration and desire for better circumstances prevalent in human experience.
How & Where It’s Used
'Umut' is used widely in both informal and formal contexts, often discussed in literature and speeches addressing future aspirations.