bozulmadan

Bozulmadan is a Turkish adverbial form derived from the verb bozulmak, which means to spoil, deteriorate, or become damaged. The suffix -madan attaches to the verb stem to express “without doing X” or “without X happening,” functioning as an adverbial marker. In usage, bozulmadan describes a condition or timing related to spoilage or deterioration and is commonly employed in contexts involving preservation, storage, and maintenance.

Grammatical notes and usage tips: bozulmadan often appears with the particle veya word önce to indicate a deadline or limit, as in bozulmadan önce, meaning “before it spoils.” It can introduce imperatives or descriptive statements about keeping items in good condition, for example: Gıdaları bozulmadan tüketiniz (Consume the foods before they spoil) and Bozulmadan saklamak için buzdolabında tutun (Keep it in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage). The form can modify verbs or entire action phrases, emphasizing that an action should occur without spoilage or damage.

Etymology: the term combines the root of bozulmak with the negative adverbial suffix -madan, literally conveying “without spoiling” or “without deteriorating.”

Common usage and nuances: bozulmadan is particularly frequent in consumer guidance, labeling, and storage instructions for perishable goods. It conveys a neutral, factual meaning about timing and condition, rather than a value judgment. While closely related to bozulmak in meaning, bozulmadan specifically emphasizes the absence of spoilage rather than the occurrence of spoilage.

See also: bozulmak, saklamak, taze, raf ömrü.