Learn Hardcore Turkish: Ben tatilde dinleniyorum.

Ben translates to I in English. Even though Turkish verbs carry information about the subject, including Ben can provide extra clarity or emphasis.

Can the subject Ben be omitted in everyday conversation?

Yes, Turkish often drops subject pronouns because the verb conjugation already indicates the subject. The sentence tatilde dinleniyorum still conveys I am resting on holiday; including Ben is optional and used for emphasis or clarity.

How is the word tatilde formed and what does it mean?

Tatilde comes from the noun tatil meaning holiday or vacation, along with the locative suffix -de, which indicates a location (translating to in or at). Thus, tatilde means on holiday.

What tense is used in dinleniyorum and how is it constructed?

Dinleniyorum is in the present continuous tense. It is formed from the verb dinlenmek (to rest/relax) by adding the present continuous suffix -iyor and the personal ending -um for the first person singular. This construction indicates I am resting.