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Questions & Answers about Köpek güçlü.
Why doesn’t the sentence include a word equivalent to is as in English "The dog is strong"?
In Turkish, the present tense form of the verb to be is generally omitted in simple descriptive sentences. The sentence Köpek güçlü. directly connects the subject (köpek) with its state (güçlü), and the linking verb does not need to be explicitly stated.
What does each word in Köpek güçlü. mean?
The word köpek translates to dog, and güçlü means strong. Together, the sentence conveys the idea "The dog is strong."
Why is there no definite article (like the) before dog?
Turkish does not utilize articles such as the or a. Nouns stand alone without them, and context indicates whether the reference is specific or general.
How is the sentence structured in terms of word order?
The sentence follows a simple subject–predicate structure. Köpek is the subject, and güçlü is the predicate adjective describing the subject. This is typical for Turkish descriptive sentences, where the linking verb is omitted.
Can additional adjectives or descriptive phrases be added to this structure?
Yes, you can add more adjectives as predicates or use additional descriptive phrases as needed. For instance, if you wanted to say "The dog is very strong", you might add an adverb to modify güçlü. The basic structure of subject followed by a descriptive element remains unchanged.