No. 3,431 in Turkish
laf
"Word," "talk," or "casual remark."
In a sentence
Boş laf konuşma, işine odaklan.
Don't speak empty words, focus on your work.
Here, 'laf' is used to mean 'words' in general, often implying they are of little significance or importance when paired with 'boş'.
Arkadaşların arasında her zaman güzel laflar ederiz.
Among friends, we always exchange nice words.
In this context, 'laf' refers to casual talk or chats, indicating friendly and pleasant conversations.
Bir laf ağızdan çıkınca geri alınmaz.
Once a word is spoken, it cannot be taken back.
The word 'laf' here signifies a statement or an utterance, highlighting the importance and consequences of what one says.
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