sakıp

This is the 8701st most frequent Turkish word.


sakıp

The Turkish word "sakıp" means "one who withholds or avoids."


In this sentence, 'sakıp' is used as a verb meaning 'to treasure or keep something carefully and respectfully'.

Bana bu kitabı sakíp etmeni söylemiştim.

I told you to treasure this book for me.


Here, 'sakıp' acts as an adjective describing a person as prudent or discreet.

Onun sakıp bir insan olduğunu düşünüyorum.

I think he is a prudent person.


In this usage, 'sakıp' is part of a compound word implying careful storage or keeping of an item.

O antika eşya yıllardır sakıpta duruyor.

That antique item has been stored carefully for years.