yetkisinde

Yetkisinde is a Turkish locative construction meaning “in one’s authority” or “under one’s jurisdiction.” It is formed from the noun yetki (authority), the third-person possessive suffix -si, and the locative suffix -nde, producing yetkisinde through vowel harmony. The phrase functions as a predicative or adverbial complement indicating that something falls within the power or responsibility of a person or institution.

In usage, yetkisinde is commonly attached to a subject in possessive form to indicate that a decision, file, responsibility, or action lies within that subject’s authority. Examples include: “Bu karar onun yetkisinde.” (This decision is within his authority.) “Bu dosya onun yetkisinde değil.” (This file is not within his jurisdiction.) The expression is often found in formal, administrative, or legal contexts, where precise delineation of power is important.

Yetkisinde is closely related to phrases such as yetkisi altında and yetkisi dahilinde, which likewise describe scope of authority, sometimes with a nuance toward subordination or inclusion within an authority’s reach. It contrasts with yetkisi dışında or yetkisiz, which indicate lack of authority or being outside one’s power.

Etymology-wise, yetkisinde demonstrates Turkish morphological layering: yetki (authority) + -si (possessive suffix) + -nde (locative suffix). This combination yields a compact expression for jurisdictional containment and is part of the broader Turkish vocabulary used to discuss power structures and administrative responsibilities.