Turkish Expression · Intermediate
yok etmek
to destroy, to annihilate
Pronunciation: /ˈjok etˈmec/
Meaning
to destroy, to annihilate
Example
Tek bir bomba ile tüm şehri yok etmişler
They destroyed the whole city with a single bomb
Practice tips
- Practice yok etmek 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 intermediate-level learners.