keçmidir

Keçmidir is a word form in Azerbaijani used to ask whether something is passable or workable. It functions as a yes–no question, roughly translating to “is it passable?” in English. The term derives from the verb keçmək (to pass, to cross) and is commonly used in everyday speech when evaluating routes, passages, or obstacles.

Etymology and form: Keçmidir is formed by combining the verb root keç- with an interrogative construction, producing a compact question form. The construction is typically used with a demonstrative or subject noun to specify what is being asked about, as in Bu yol keçmidir? “Is this road passable?”

Usage: Keçmidir is most common in physical contexts—checking whether a road is open after rain, whether a bridge is safe to cross, or whether a doorway can be used. It can also be used metaphorically to ask whether a plan or decision will work in practice, for example Bu plan keçmidir? “Is this plan workable?”

Examples:

- Bu yol keçmidir? (Is this road passable?)

- Körpü hələ də keçmidir? (Is the bridge still passable?)

See also: keçmək, Azerbaijani interrogative forms, yes-no questions in Azerbaijani.

Notes: The term is primarily used in Azerbaijani and illustrates how verbs of motion can combine with interrogative elements to form concise questions about practicality or feasibility. As with many language-specific constructions, its exact usage and frequency can vary by dialect and register.