This is the 7831st most frequent Turkish word.
kavak
"Poplar tree"
Language teacher explanation: Here, 'kavak' refers to the 'poplar tree', which is its primary meaning in Turkish. It is used to identify the specific type of tree.
Bahçede güzel bir kavak ağacı yetişmiş.
A beautiful poplar tree has grown in the garden.
Language teacher explanation: In this usage, 'kavak' is metaphorically associated with the type of wind coming from an area with poplar trees. It suggests a unique characteristic of the environment.
Rüya gibi bir kavak rüzgarı esti.
A dreamlike poplar wind blew.
Language teacher explanation: Here, 'kavak' is a proper noun used to name a place, like a cinema. It capitalizes the word to signify its use as a name.