boyun sülderi tüşerge

/bojun sylderi tyʃerɡe/

This expression has 2 meanings.

Literal translation

for the neck sinew to drop

Intended meaning

To be drained of all strength, so that one's arms and legs will no longer obey.
  • Anı eşitgenley, boyun sülderibiz kerkilgença, başlarıbız kökürekleribizge salındı.The moment we heard it, our heads sank onto our chests as though our neck sinews had been severed.

Literal translation

for the neck sinew to drop

Intended meaning

To be thrown into confusion and low spirits; to become downcast.

Variants

  • boyun sülderileri tüşerge
  • boyun sülderi kerkilirge (Karachay)
  • sülderi tüşerge

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