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Pencere

Window

Beginnernoun

Definition

A glass opening in a wall.

Example

Pencereyi aç.

Open the window.

Etymology

'Pencere' comes from the Persian 'panjereh', showcasing the linguistic influences of Persian on Turkish vocabulary, particularly in architectural terms.

How & Where It’s Used

'Pencere' is utilized in both formal and informal contexts, appearing in spoken language as well as in more technical or literary writing.

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