Turkish · Common Verbs
Bakmak
To look / To watch
Beginnerverb
Definition
To direct one's gaze toward something.
Example
Pencereden bakıyorum.
I am looking out the window.
Etymology
'Bakmak' traces its roots back to Old Turkic, where it meant 'to look' or 'to watch'. Its form and meaning have been preserved in modern Turkish.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bakmak' is commonly used in everyday speech and writing, applicable in informal settings or contexts that involve observation.