Turkish Word · Advanced
yaptırım
sanction
Pronunciation: yahp-tuh-RUHM
Meaning
An official penalty intended to make a country, organization, or person obey a rule.
Example
Yeni yaptırımlar ticareti etkileyebilir.
The new sanctions may affect trade.
Practice tips
- Practice yaptırım 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 advanced-level learners.