Turkish Word · Intermediate
gecekondu
shanty
Pronunciation: [ɟe̞ˌd͡ʒe̞ko̞nˈdu]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "shanty".
Example
Bu kelimeyi kullaniyorum: "gecekondu".
I use the word "gecekondu".
Practice tips
- Practice gecekondu 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.