Çarpmak

Çarpmak is a Turkish verb with multiple meanings, primarily relating to impact, collision, or multiplication. Its most common literal meaning is to hit or strike something, often with force, as in a vehicle çarpmak a wall or a person çarpmak another. This can imply accidental impact or deliberate action. Another related meaning is to collide or crash into, describing the forceful meeting of two or more objects.

Beyond physical impact, çarpmak can also refer to the act of multiplying in mathematics. For example, "beş ile üçü çarpmak" means to multiply five by three. Figuratively, the verb can describe a sudden strong impression or a striking appearance. A person might have a çarpan bir gülüş (a striking smile), or a striking visual element might çarpmak one's eye. The context of the sentence is crucial in determining the precise meaning of çarpmak. It is a versatile verb used in everyday conversation and more formal contexts.