Present continuous with -yor
Use -yor to describe current action and common near-now activity.
Examples
TurkishTranslation
Şimdi çalışıyorum.
I am working now.
Otobüsü bekliyoruz.
We are waiting for the bus.
Ne yapıyorsun?
What are you doing?
Pattern
verb stem + yor + personal ending
How it works
Use -yor to describe current action and common near-now activity. This pattern typically appears as verb stem + yor + personal ending and becomes easier when you meet it again in short, readable examples.
What to notice
- The stem often changes slightly before -yor.
- This form is central in everyday conversation.
Why it matters
Use Turkish for routines, locations, and needs.
Use in context
This tense shows up early because it is so common in daily speaking.