yolcular

Yolcular is a Turkish plural noun meaning passengers. It refers to people who travel on a vehicle or vessel, such as buses, trains, planes, ferries, or ships. The term is widely used in transportation, tourism, and everyday speech.

Etymology and form: Yolcular derives from yol (road, journey) with the agent suffix -cu, giving yolcu meaning traveler or passenger. The plural is formed with -lar, producing yolcular. Turkish does not use articles, and number is indicated by context.

Usage: Common phrases include otobüs yolcuları (bus passengers), tren yolcuları (train passengers), uçuş yolcuları (flight passengers), yolcu bileti (passenger ticket), yolcu listesi (passenger manifest), and yolcu sayısı (number of passengers). The term applies to any mode of transport and to figures in logistics and transit operations.

In culture and policy, the concept of yolcular intersects with discussions of passenger rights, safety, accessibility, and service quality. Turkish authorities publish guidelines and data concerning yolcu hakları (passenger rights) within transportation regulations and consumer protection contexts.

See also: yol, yolculuk, yolcu, bilet, ulaşım, yolcu hakları.