Turkish · Culture & Society

Toplum

Society / Community

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A group of people living together.

Example

Toplumda birlikte yaşarız.

We live together in society.

Etymology

'Toplum' stems from the Arabic root meaning 'gathering' or 'community.' It reflects the collective nature of the Turkish social fabric.

How & Where It’s Used

'Toplum' is used in academic, formal, and informal discussions about social structures and issues, prevalent in both spoken and written forms.

Literary Heritage

Often appears in social criticism literature and essays discussing the dynamics of Turkish society.

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