uymak

Uymak is a Turkish verb meaning to conform, to comply with, or to be in harmony with. It can express adherence to rules or expectations, as well as the suitability of a person or thing for a given situation. In Turkish, uymak is commonly followed by a noun in the dative case indicating what is being followed or matched, for example kurallara uymak (to follow the rules) or yasalara uymak (to comply with the laws).

Beyond rules, uymak covers social and practical alignment: toplumsal normlara uymak (to conform to social norms), durumlara uyum sağlamak (to adapt to circumstances). In everyday speech, it can describe whether something fits or suits someone, as in bu elbise sana uyuyor (this dress fits you or suits you).

The related noun uyum denotes harmony or compatibility, and the related adjective uyumlu means harmonious or compatible. The verb uymak is widely used across formal and informal contexts, including education, administration, and media, to express conformity or suitability. The simple negative is uymamak, meaning to fail to comply or to not fit. The concept emphasizes alignment with rules, norms, or circumstances, but its nuance is largely determined by context and tone.