gösteri

Gösteri is a Turkish noun with two main senses. In political and social discourse, it denotes a public gathering organized to express views, demand action, or protest—commonly translated as demonstration, rally, or protest march. In cultural and entertainment contexts, gösteri also refers to a performance or spectacle intended to entertain or display skill, such as a theater piece, concert, dance show, or variety program.

Etymology: The word derives from the verb göstermek, meaning “to show,” with the noun-forming suffix -i.

Usage: The meaning is determined by context; qualifiers are often used to disambiguate, for example barışçıl gösteri (peaceful demonstration) or gösteri yapmak (to put on a show). Phrases like gösteri yürüyüşü denote a marching demonstration, while gösteri sanatı and gösteri programı refer to performing arts events.

Legal and social context: In many jurisdictions, demonstrations are regulated activities. Organizers typically must provide notice to authorities or obtain permissions, and demonstrations may be subject to rules designed to preserve public order and safety. The term is neutral, with its positive or negative valence depending on context and tone.

The two senses can overlap in everyday language, but context usually clarifies whether gösteri refers to a political gathering or a staging of performing arts. Related terms include eylem (action or protest) and performans (performance).