geri adım atmak
to back down; take a step back
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ɟeˈɾi aˈdɯm atˈmak/
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Cultural Note
The phrase is often used in emotional or practical conflict situations.
📝 Example Sentences
Kavga büyümesin diye geri adım attım.
I stepped back so the argument wouldn't grow.
Bazen geri adım atmak güçsüzlük değildir.
Sometimes backing down is not weakness.