pasifbenzeri
Pasifbenzeri, literally “passive-like” in Turkish, is a term used in linguistics to describe forms and constructions that resemble the passive voice but do not conform to its strict definition. The label is most commonly found in Turkish-language grammars, where pasifbenzeri is used to discuss morphosyntactic patterns that convey themes of patienthood without presenting a canonical agent.
Definition and scope: A pasifbenzeri construction presents a clause in which the participant that undergoes the
Distribution and usage: The phenomenon appears in several languages or dialects, especially where voice systems mix
Morphology and syntax: Commonly involves changes to the verb that resemble passive marking, but with variations
Relation to other concepts: It sits alongside passive voice, antipassive, middle voice, and other valency-changing constructions.
See also: passive voice, antipassive, voice systems, valency.