Sahalle

Sahalle is a Turkish toponym and place-name element used in various locations within Turkey. In general, the term denotes a locality associated with fields, open spaces, or grounds, and it often functions as part of neighborhood or district names. As a common toponym component, Sahalle can appear in both rural and urban settings, reflecting historical or geographical features of a place.

Etymology and meaning: The word is linked to the Turkish word saha, meaning field, court, or arena. The formation of Sahalle in place names typically conveys a sense of proximity or relation to such open spaces, yielding a reference like “the field area” or “the grounds.” The exact interpretation can vary by local context, and the term may function as a descriptive element rather than a fixed administrative designation.

Usage in geography: Because Sahalle is a generic element rather than a single, fixed locality, its referent depends on the specific place in which it appears. It is commonly found as part of a neighborhood or settlement name within a larger municipality, and it may precede or follow other descriptive terms in the full toponym. The lack of a single canonical Sahalle means that, in practice, the name should be understood within its local administrative and historical context.

See also: Saha (field), Mahalle (neighborhood), Turkish toponymy.