Turkish Word · Intermediate
mitralyöz
machine gun
Pronunciation: /mit.ɾalˈjøz/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "machine gun".
Example
Habeşler bir gece baskınında İtalyanlardan 10 tank, 12 top, birçok mitralyöz almışlar, yedi İtalyan zabitini öldürmüşler
During a nighttime raid, the Abyssinians seized ten tanks, twelve cannons, and an abundance of machine guns from the Italians. Seven Italian officers were killed in the process.
Practice tips
- Practice mitralyöz 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.