Turkish Expression · Intermediate
eli değmek
[with dative] to (often just about) have the opportunity to do, to get around to
Pronunciation: /eˈli dej.mec/
Meaning
[with dative] to (often just about) have the opportunity to do, to get around to
Example
Bir türlü elim değmiyor.
I just can't seem to get around to it.
Practice tips
- Practice eli değmek out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Turkish expression is for intermediate-level learners.