No. 2,970 in Turkish
ulu
"Ulu" means "great," "grand," or "majestic" in English.
In a sentence
Ulu bir dağın zirvesine doğru yürüyorduk.
We were walking towards the summit of a majestic mountain.
Here, 'ulu' is used to describe the mountain as 'majestic' or 'grande.' It emphasizes grandeur and magnificence.
Atatürk, Türk milletinin ulu önderidir.
Atatürk is the great leader of the Turkish nation.
In this sentence, 'ulu' connotes respect and greatness, describing Atatürk as a significant and venerable leader.
Ulu çınarların gölgesinde dinlendik.
We rested under the shade of magnificent sycamore trees.
'Ulu' here modifies 'çınar' (sycamore tree), suggesting the trees are grand and ancient, emphasizing their majestic presence.
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