jetgen jerde

/dʒetɡen dʒerde/

This expression has 2 meanings.

Literal translation

in the place one reaches

Intended meaning

In any place whatever, with no purpose or use — said of drifting about where one has no business.
  • Jetgen jerde aylanıwçu adam ıspaslı bolmaydı, çaqırmağan jerge bara turma.A person who hangs about anywhere and everywhere wins no respect; do not keep going where you were not invited.

Literal translation

in the place one reaches

Intended meaning

At the moment something is called for; when the occasion requires it.
  • Kesiŋe jetgen jerde borçuŋu tolturuwçu bol, ol ahşı adamnı baş şartıdı.Be one who discharges your duty when it falls to you; that is the chief mark of a good person.

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