kötüleyebilirler

"Kötüleyebilirler" is a Turkish verb phrase that translates to "they may slander," "they may malign," or "they may speak ill of." It is derived from the verb "kötülemek," which means to criticize negatively, to speak badly of, or to slander. The suffix "-ebilirler" indicates the possibility or potential for the action to occur in the third person plural.

The phrase suggests that there is a possibility or a chance that a group of people might engage in negative speech or defamation directed towards someone or something. This could manifest as gossip, spreading rumors, or making disparaging remarks. The context in which "kötüleyebilirler" is used determines the specific nuance. For instance, it might be used to warn someone that others could potentially speak negatively about them, or it could be an observation about the general tendency of some people to engage in such behavior. The phrase carries a tone of caution or acknowledgment of potential negative social dynamics.