oyalamak
to keep occupied; to delay by distraction
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ojaɫaˈmak/
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Cultural Note
Common in child care and also in everyday complaints about being kept waiting.
📝 Example Sentences
Bebeği oyuncakla oyaladı.
She kept the baby occupied with a toy.
Beni boş sözlerle oyalama.
Don't delay me with empty words.