Turkish · BeginnerŞarjım bitiyorMy battery is running out

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00:00Intro
Hello everyone! Welcome to Türkçe Podcast.
Hello Emre! It's great to see you here today.
I am very glad too, Elif.
How are you today, how is your energy?
I'm good, but look at my phone, there is a small problem.
What is wrong with your phone, Emre?
Oh no! My battery is running out.
I can't help laughing! You always go out like this.
You are right, I forgot to plug the charger into the socket last night.
This happens to everyone. It is very normal on a busy day.
In the morning I checked the map on the street, and listened to music on the bus.
Did you also check ferry times and the Istanbulkart app?
Yes, I checked the ferry schedule at the pier.
Music and map apps drain the phone battery quickly.
Exactly so, the red line on the screen went down immediately.
What percentage of battery do you have left now?
I only have five percent battery left, it could shut down at any moment.
Do you have your cable or charger with you?
Unfortunately not, I forgot it on the table at home.
Then let's help you right away!
That would be wonderful, because we have things to do in the city today.
We will check maps, message friends, and take photos.
That is why the phone battery is really very important.
That's why today we are learning six practical expressions.
These six expressions save the day in difficult moments.
Let's listen to today's six expressions in order.
Our first expression states the situation: My battery is running out.
Our second expression is a very common question: Do you have a charger?
Our third expression is essential in a cafe: Where is the power socket?
The fourth expression happens suddenly: My phone turned off.
The fifth expression brings great relief: I have a backup charger.
The sixth expression makes meeting up easy: I am sending my location.
These six expressions are extremely suitable for the A1 level.
Truly so! You had such an experience yesterday in Kadıköy, right?
Yes, yesterday I had a little adventure with my phone.
I'm very curious! What happened exactly in Kadıköy yesterday, Emre?
Something very interesting happened yesterday. I am telling you right away.
Yesterday afternoon, I went to Kadıköy.
Was it to meet your friend Murat?
Yes, we wanted to meet at a cafe near the ferry pier.
The ferry ride from Eminönü to Kadıköy is always very enjoyable!
That's right! I sat on the ferry, watched the seagulls, and listened to music.
The Kadıköy seaside and streets are always very lively.
I walked down Moda Avenue and took in the fresh sea air.
Passing by fishmongers and fresh fruit stalls is great too!
Yes, street musicians were singing very cheerful songs too.
I really love the lively vibe of Kadıköy too.
Truly so, but then I opened my phone to check the time.
You looked carefully at the screen to check the time.
Yes, I turned on the screen and looked at the clock.
And you saw something surprising on the screen!
I saw a small red warning: My battery is running out.
Oh no! The battery level dropped to three percent, right?
Exactly so, I wanted to write a message to Murat.
Were you able to write a message to Murat then?
No, before I could write, the screen went dark.
Unbelievable! The phone went silent at the most important moment.
Yes, suddenly my phone turned off.
What a panic! How did you find Murat without a phone?
I immediately went into a small cafe and greeted the barista at the counter.
A clever idea! Helpful people work in cafes.
With a smile, I asked: Do you have a charger?
Did the employee give you a cable right away?
Yes, they pulled a long white cable out of the drawer.
How lucky you are, Emre!
I took the cable, but looked at the walls and asked: Where is the power socket?
Ah, all power sockets in cafes are usually full.
You are right, everyone was working on laptops at the tables.
Finding a socket is truly a difficult moment!
A young student at the next table heard me.
What did that student say to you?
He opened his backpack, smiled, and said: I have a backup charger.
Wonderful help! He saved you from a big trouble.
I connected my phone for two minutes, and the screen turned on right away.
What did you write to Murat right away?
I opened the message box and wrote: I am sending my location.
Murat opened the map and arrived at the cafe in three minutes.
We sat at the table and drank hot Turkish tea together.
You also ate delicious crispy simit, wonderful!
Yes, we ate crispy simit and had a very nice chat.
Did you also treat that student to hot tea?
Of course, we treated him to tea and thanked him very much.
A wonderful ending, Emre! Now let's examine these six expressions one by one.
Let's start with our first expression: My battery is running out.
This expression means in English: "My battery is running out".
When we see the red battery symbol on the screen, we say this sentence.
For me, ten percent battery level is a major emergency.
I don't rush that much, Elif!
Why don't you rush, Emre?
Because ten percent battery lasts me half an hour.
You are such a relaxed person! I look for a socket immediately.
Protecting the battery is always a good habit.
Now let's move on to our second expression: Do you have a charger?
This question means in English: "Do you have a charger".
We ask this question to a friend, a neighbor, or a waiter.
By adding please at the beginning of the sentence, we speak more politely.
For example: Excuse me, do you have a charger?
A nice example, Elif. This question opens doors in tight moments.
People usually share cables gladly.
Yes, in Istanbul cafes people help one another.
Carrying a suitable cable in your bag is always useful.
You are right, different cables are needed for different phones.
Let's look at our third useful expression: Where is the power socket?
This expression means in English: "Where is the power socket".
We call the electrical outlet on the wall "priz" in Turkish.
When entering a cafe or library, we immediately look at the walls.
Exactly so! Everyone chooses the table closest to the wall.
There is no empty socket at the table. We politely ask the staff: Where is the power socket?
Waiters help us and show us a suitable table.
Our fourth expression describes an unpleasant moment: My phone turned off.
This expression means in English: "My phone turned off".
This verb here means the phone's battery is completely finished.
When the screen goes completely black, we use this sentence.
For example: I am sorry, I didn't call because my phone turned off.
Our friend understands this situation immediately and does not worry.
Yes, when the phone turns off suddenly this explanation is very important.
We say this sentence so that people don't wonder what happened.
Our fifth expression brings relief and solutions: I have a backup charger.
This expression means in English: "I have a backup charger".
We call the small battery in our bag "yedek şarj".
Do you always carry a backup charger in your bag, Emre?
Yes, when leaving home in the morning I put it in my bag.
This small tool gives power to the phone without searching for a socket.
Very clever, when outside all day it saves your life.
And our sixth expression: I am sending my location.
This expression means in English: "I am sending my location".
We share our place on the map with our friend.
To meet up quickly, we write this message: I am sending my location.
There is no need to give long address directions.
Yes, the blue dot on the map shows the address directly.
We hear these six expressions all the time in daily life.
Truly we use these very useful sentences every day.
Great! Now with these expressions, let's do a short practice together.
A very good idea! Let our listeners repeat along with us.
Now let's play a fun role-play game with you, Elif.
A very nice idea, Emre! Let's begin right away.
Imagine we are studying for an exam in the university library.
Great, I am sitting quietly at the table, reading my book.
I look at my phone screen and whisper to you.
So as not to disturb others, what do you whisper to me?
Elif, look at the screen, my battery is running out.
And with surprise, I ask you: Don't you have your cable with you?
Unfortunately I forgot it at home. Do you have a charger?
Of course I do, Emre. Take this white cable from my pencil case.
Thanks, but I look under the table and see nothing.
I understand your look. What are you looking for around the table now?
To plug in the cable, I ask: Where is the power socket?
Look at the wall next to the window, there is an empty socket there.
As I walk right there, the screen suddenly goes dark.
Oh no! With a shocked face, what do you tell me?
I saw the socket but arrived too late, my phone turned off.
Calm down, Emre. Open the front pocket of my bag.
What is inside the front pocket of your bag, Elif?
Don't worry, I have a fully charged backup charger.
You are a wonderful friend! I plug in the phone, and the screen turns on.
Now write a message to our other friends in the group chat.
I immediately open the map and write: I am sending my location.
This way they see the blue dot and come right to our table.
We easily solved all the problems with our six expressions.
These practical dialogues help a lot with speaking Turkish.
You are right, practicing regularly makes everything easier.
Now we have reached the most exciting section: our short quiz today.
Great! Tell us the rules of the test cheerfully, Elif.
Here begins our short quiz with six practical situations.
I am ready to listen to the questions and answer, Elif.
Situation number one is coming.
Please explain situation number one.
You saw a three percent battery warning on your phone screen. What do you say to your friend?
In a calm voice, I say: My battery is running out.
Well done, Emre! A very fast, clear, and correct answer.
I am ready for the second situation, Elif.
Now we move to the second situation.
Please ask the second question.
You are at the office and forgot your cable at home. What do you ask the colleague next to you?
Politely, I ask: Do you have a charger?
Great answer! That is a very useful question in the workplace.
I am eagerly waiting for the third question.
Now listen carefully to the third situation.
I am listening carefully to the third situation.
You came to a cafe with your laptop and sat at a table. What do you ask the waiter?
With a smile, I ask: Where is the power socket?
Bravo, Emre! The waiter shows you a suitable table right away.
I am ready for the fourth situation.
Now we move to the fourth situation.
Please describe the fourth situation.
While talking on the phone with a friend the screen went dark. Later what do you explain to your friend?
I explain the situation and say: My phone turned off.
You hit the nail on the head! Your friend will understand you right away.
Let's move on to the fifth question, Elif.
Here comes our fifth situation.
I am listening to the fifth situation.
Your friend is looking for battery power and your bag is full. How do you help your friend?
I open my bag and say: I have a backup charger.
How thoughtful you are, Emre! You are a true friend.
And I am ready for the final question.
We finish our test with the sixth situation.
I am paying close attention for the last situation.
You are in a large public square and your friend cannot see you. What do you write in the message?
Quickly, I write: I am sending my location.
Congratulations, Emre! You got six out of six full points!
I am very happy! I am really very glad with this great result.
Now we move to our final recap and our speaking challenge.
Let's move to the final section and summarize all the expressions.
Let's repeat our six expressions today once more in order.
A wonderful idea, let's repeat with a slow and clear voice.
The first expression on our list: My battery is running out.
Our second expression to ask for help: Do you have a charger?
Our third expression to find electricity: Where is the power socket?
Our fourth expression for surprise moments: My phone turned off.
Our fifth expression to offer solutions: I have a backup charger.
Our sixth expression to meet easily: I am sending my location.
These six expressions are extremely practical in daily conversation.
And now speaking challenge time has arrived!
Wonderful moment! Explain today's challenge to us, Elif.
Now look at your own phone and think of a real situation.
Right now your phone battery is low. Which sentence do you say out loud?
Look in the mirror and say this sentence in a clear voice.
For example, say cheerfully: My battery is running out, help me!
Saying sentences out loud is very good for learning.
Speak Turkish for a few minutes every day with our conversations.
Thank you very much for listening to our beginner podcast.
We wish all of you a joyful, happy, and wonderful day!
See you in the next episode! Goodbye, dear friends!
Goodbye and take good care of your phone's battery!

Key phrases

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Şarjım bitiyorMy battery is running out
Eyvah! Şarjım bitiyor.Oh no! My battery is running out.
Şarj aletin var mı?Do you have a charger?
İkinci ifademiz çok yaygın bir soru: Şarj aletin var mı?Our second expression is a very common question: Do you have a charger?
Priz nerede?Where is the power socket?
Üçüncü ifademiz kafede çok lazım: Priz nerede?Our third expression is essential in a cafe: Where is the power socket?
Telefonum kapandıMy phone turned off
Dördüncü ifade aniden oluyor: Telefonum kapandı.The fourth expression happens suddenly: My phone turned off.
Yedek şarjım varI have a backup charger
Beşinci ifade büyük rahatlık veriyor: Yedek şarjım var.The fifth expression brings great relief: I have a backup charger.
Konum gönderiyorumI am sending my location
Altıncı ifade buluşmayı kolaylaştırıyor: Konum gönderiyorum.The sixth expression makes meeting up easy: I am sending my location.

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Telefonuna bak: Şarjın sadece yüzde üç. Ne söylüyorsun?Look at your phone: Your battery is only three percent. What do you say?

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