This is the 5892nd most frequent Turkish word.
tefek
"Tefek" is not a standard Turkish word. It may be a misspelling or a regional/slang term.
Here, 'tefek' is part of the phrase 'eski tefek', which refers to old or small miscellaneous items, emphasizing variety or minor importance.
Bu dükkanda eski tefek eşyalar satılıyor.
Old and miscellaneous items are sold in this shop.
In this sentence, 'tefek' conveys the idea of minor or detail-oriented tasks, highlighting their scale relative to larger undertakings.
Tefek işler vakit alıyor ama sonuç güzel oluyor.
Small tasks take time, but the result is beautiful.
'Tefek' here is used to describe plants, indicating small size or an intention of a modest addition to the garden.