istenen

Istenen is a Turkish adjective formed from the verb istemek, meaning “to want” or “to desire.” It literally translates as “that is desired” or “that is wanted” and is used to describe nouns as the object of desire, expectation, or request. It is created with the present passive participle suffix -en attached to istemek.

Grammatical notes: Turkish adjectives typically precede the noun and do not change for gender. The noun can carry plural or case markings as needed. Examples include “istenen sonuç” (the desired result) and “istenen özellikler” (the desired features). In formal or technical language, istemek-based phrases can express requirements or expectations, such as in project briefs or specifications: “istenen özellikler,” “istenen kriterler.”

Usage considerations: The meaning of “istenen” centers on desirability or requirement and can convey that something is sought after or requested. In some contexts, it can be softened or replaced with synonyms more common in official language, such as “gereken” (required) or “talep edilen” (requested). As a participial adjective, “istenen” is flexible and widely understood in everyday Turkish as well as in professional registers.