boktan
What does “boktan” mean in English?
It means something is shitty, lousy, or worthless. Literally, it translates to 'from shit.'
Literally “from shit”
It's used similarly to calling something 'crap' or 'garbage' in English, often in informal contexts to express disdain.
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Related Turkish words
sikko
3/5 · VulgarIt means something is lousy or worthless. It's a derogatory term used to express disdain.
bok
3/5 · VulgarIt means 'shit' and can refer to something worthless or be used as an exclamation. It's a straightforward term for excrement.
bok yemek
3/5 · VulgarIt means to do something foolish or objectionable. Literally, it translates to 'eat shit.'
boklu
3/5 · VulgarIt means covered in shit or filthy. It's used to describe something that is dirty or disgusting.
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