This is the 2197th most frequent Turkish word.
portakal
Orange (fruit).
Here, 'portakal' is used to refer to the fruit 'orange' in a general and nutritional context.
Portakal yemek çok sağlıklıdır.
Eating an orange is very healthy.
In this sentence, 'portakal' describes the type of tree, specifically an orange tree.
Bahçemizde portakal ağacı yetiştiriyoruz.
We are growing an orange tree in our garden.
Here, 'portakal' is related to its use for making juice, focusing on the fruit's seasonal flavor.