halkla

Halkla is a Turkish term formed by combining halk (people) with the instrumental suffix -la, yielding the phrase “with the people.” It functions as an instrumental or associative construction meaning that an action is carried out together with, or directed toward, the public. In standard Turkish, halkla is written as a single word and is used to express accompaniment, engagement, or outreach to the public.

In usage, halkla appears with verbs and noun phrases to indicate interaction with the public. Common examples include halkla konuşmak (to speak with the public), halkla iletişim kurmak (to establish communication with the public), and halkla ilişkiler (public relations). The construction is productive in journalism, politics, and organizational communication, where efforts are described as conducted “with the people” rather than only “to” or “for” the public.

Halkla is often encountered in compound terms and set phrases that describe public-facing activities or strategies. The most well-known example is halkla ilişkiler, a field dedicated to managing the relationship between an organization and the public. As a linguistic form, halkla helps emphasize inclusion, dialogue, and responsiveness toward the general population in Turkish discourse.