Emselletirmek

Emselletirmek is a Turkish verb that translates to "to make someone resemble" or "to liken to." It describes the act of drawing a parallel between two or more entities, highlighting their similarities. This can be done in various contexts, from comparing people and objects to abstract concepts.

The verb is formed by adding the suffix "-let" to the root word "emsal," meaning example or peer. The suffix "-tir" denotes the causative aspect, indicating that the action is performed on someone else. Therefore, emselletirmek literally means "to cause to be made an example or peer."

For instance, one might say "Çocuğunu babasına emsellettirdi" which means "She made her child resemble his father." This highlights a physical or behavioral likeness. In a more abstract sense, one could emselletirmek a current event to a historical one to understand its implications. The act of emselletirmek is often used in rhetoric and argumentation to persuade an audience by associating a subject with something already understood or accepted. It is a common linguistic tool for explanation and comparison.