Turkish Expression · Advanced
lekeyi ovalamadan tamponlamak
to dab the stain without rubbing
Pronunciation: lekeyi ovalamadan tamponlamak
Meaning
A natural Turkish expression used to convey: to dab the stain without rubbing.
Example
Leke yayılmasın diye lekeyi ovalamadan tamponla.
Dab the stain without rubbing so it does not spread.
Practice tips
- Practice lekeyi ovalamadan tamponlamak 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.