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Oğul

Son

Beginnernoun

Definition

A male child.

Example

Oğlum okula başladı.

My son started school.

Etymology

The word 'oğul' has its origins in Old Turkic and refers specifically to male offspring, maintaining its importance in family structures.

How & Where It’s Used

'Oğul' is predominantly used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in formal situations regarding lineage.

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