doyma

Doyma is a noun used in Turkish and Azerbaijani to denote the state of fullness after eating, or the act of filling up to satisfaction. It describes the sensation of becoming full and the moment when hunger subsides.

The term is derived from the Turkish verb doymak, meaning “to become full.” It has cognates in other Turkic languages. In everyday Turkish, however, people more commonly refer to being full with expressions such as tok olmak or tok hissetmek, while doymak or doymakla ilgili forms appear in linguistic or formal contexts.

Usage and cultural context: In dietary and culinary discussions, doymak relates to portions, meal composition, and the physiological signals that reduce appetite. Culturally, fullness can be linked to hospitality and the completion of a meal, reflecting norms around sharing food and ensuring guests are satisfied. In nutrition science, the concept of fullness aligns with satiety, influenced by stomach distension and hormones that regulate appetite.

See also: satiety, fullness, appetite, tok olmak, tok hissetmek.