Ishlar

Ishlar is a noun used in Turkic languages, most notably Uzbek and Turkish, that generally means works, tasks, or affairs. It is the plural form of the root ish, which denotes work or a job, and it is formed by adding the plural suffix -lar. The exact nuance of ishlar is determined by context and registers, ranging from concrete tasks to broader matters handled in a project or organization.

In Uzbek, ishlar can refer to tasks to be carried out as well as matters that are being discussed or managed. It is a common term in everyday speech, education, and workplace communication, often appearing in phrases that relate to planning, completion of duties, or coordinating activities.

In Turkish, işler has a similar broad range of meanings, including work in general, duties, and ongoing matters. It is widely used in both informal and formal contexts and can appear in compound expressions or clauses that describe the status of tasks or the flow of activities within a business, institution, or project.

Morphology and usage patterns follow standard Turkic rules, with noun plurality expressed by -lar and pronunciation adapting to vowel harmony. The term is versatile enough to function in standalone sentences or within compound nouns and phrases, such as those describing to-do lists, schedules, or matters requiring attention.

See also: ish (singular), Turkic languages, Turkic morphology, to-do lists, matter and affairs terminology.