Turkish Expression · Advanced
kapı paspasını balkonda silkelemek
to shake out the doormat on the balcony
Pronunciation: kapı paspasını balkonda silkelemek
Meaning
A natural Turkish expression used to convey: to shake out the doormat on the balcony.
Example
Kapı paspasını balkonda silkeleyip yerine koydu.
He shook out the doormat on the balcony and put it back.
Practice tips
- Practice kapı paspasını balkonda silkelemek 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 advanced-level learners.