awuzu joqdu

/awuzu dʒoqdu/

Literal translation

his mouth is not there

Intended meaning

To be unable to express oneself properly or eloquently.
  • Bizni Osmannı awuzu joqdu, awruŋ alayım, aŋa saq bola tur, – degendi Jannethan."Our Osman can't speak up for himself, bless him, so keep an eye on him," said Zhannetkhan.

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