Turkish Word · Intermediate
şalvar
shalwar
Pronunciation: say şalvar
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "shalwar".
Example
Arkadaş! Yarın karadon ve şalvar yasağı başlıyor. Sokağa pantalonla çıkmazsan 5 liradan 25 liraya kadar para cezasına çarpılırsın.
Friend! The ban on karadon and shalwar starts tomorrow. If you don't wear pants on the street you will be fined 5 to 25 liras.
Practice tips
- Practice şalvar 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.