görev vs vazife
Turkish word comparison
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| görev | vazife |
|---|---|
gö-REV noun | va-ZI-fe noun |
| A duty, task, or assignment that someone is expected to do. | duty; official task or responsibility |
How they differ
“Vazife” is very close to “görev,” but it sounds more formal and old-fashioned, especially in official, military, or bureaucratic contexts. It can also imply a stronger sense of duty or obligation than the more neutral “görev.”
When to use each
When to use görev: Use “görev” for the general, everyday word for a task, assignment, or duty.
When to use vazife: Use “vazife” when you want a more formal or traditional word, especially in official or duty-focused contexts.
Side-by-side examples
- Bugünkü görevimi saat üçte bitirdim.
(I finished my task for today at three o’clock.) - Bugünkü vazifemi saat üçte bitirdim.
(I finished my duty for today at three o’clock.)
Register & nuance: “Vazife” is more formal and somewhat old-fashioned than “görev,” and it is less common in everyday spoken Turkish.