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Ev Arıyorum!
Renting an ApartmentHero phraseev arıyorumlooking for apartment
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6 phrases from “Ev Arıyorum!”
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ev arıyorumHero phrase
ev arıyorumlooking for apartment
- Şehir merkezinde ev arıyorum.I'm looking for an apartment in the city center.
- İşe yakın ev arıyorum, bütçem sınırlı.I'm looking for an apartment close to work; my budget is limited.
aylık kiraPhrase 1
aylık kiramonthly rent
- Bu dairenin aylık kira tutarı yüksek.This apartment's monthly rent is high.
- Aylık kira içinde faturalar var mı?Are the bills included in the monthly rent?
sakin bir yerPhrase 2
sakin bir yerquiet place
- Çalışmak için sakin bir yer istiyorum.I want a quiet place so I can work.
- Bu mahalle sakin bir yer, trafiği az.This neighborhood is a quiet place; there's little traffic.
güzel bir konumPhrase 3
güzel bir konumgood location
- Metroya yakın, güzel bir konum.Close to the metro — a great location.
- Okula yürüyüş mesafesi, güzel bir konum.Walking distance to school — a great location.
depozito ödemekPhrase 4
depozito ödemekpaying deposit
- Sözleşme için depozito ödemek gerekiyor.You have to pay a deposit for the lease.
- Taşınmadan önce depozito ödemek zorundayım.I have to pay a deposit before I move in.
taşınma tarihiPhrase 5
taşınma tarihimove-in date
- Taşınma tarihi gelecek ayın biri.The move-in date is the first of next month.
- Taşınma tarihi netleşince kamyon ayırtırım.Once the move-in date is set, I'll book a truck.
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00:00Intro
Hello Emre! How are you today?
Hello Elif! I am very good.
How are you?
I am also good.
But today I am a little tired.
Why are you tired?
Did something happen?
Because I am looking for a new apartment!
Really?
This is very exciting news!
Yes!
Looking for an apartment in Istanbul is not easy.
You are very right Elif.
Finding an apartment takes time.
The city is very big and options are many.
Exactly so, every neighborhood is different.
Sometimes I look at ads for hours.
Internet ads confuse the mind a lot.
Yes, photos and reality are different.
This situation is the same in every city.
Looking for an apartment in Istanbul is an adventure.
Sometimes funny events also happen.
Yes, the other day I was very surprised.
Today we are learning six important words.
Our first word: I am looking for an apartment!
Meaning looking for an apartment in English.
This sentence is very useful.
Everyone looking for a house says this sentence.
When going to the real estate agent we use this sentence.
It is also necessary when searching on the internet.
It is also very practical when telling friends.
Very true, a basic expression.
Today we tell a funny story.
At the same time there is also a culture fact!
Surprise fact is about tea and houses!
A very interesting topic.
Turkish people drink tea while looking at houses.
This situation brings people very close.
Tea starts good conversation.
Because of this reaching agreement becomes easy.
Let's start right away!
Elif, did you look for an apartment last week?
Yes! Last week I looked at three apartments.
Where did you look?
On the Kadıköy side?
Yes, I looked for an apartment in Kadıköy.
Did you meet with a real estate agent?
Yes, I met with real estate agent Mr. Ahmet.
What kind of person was Mr. Ahmet?
He was a very chatty and smiling person.
So what happened?
Is there a funny event?
The real estate agent showed me the first house.
Was the house nice?
The house was very spacious and bright.
But its door was very small!
Was the door small?
What do you mean?
The door was very narrow.
I barely passed through the door!
Hahaha! This is really very funny!
Big furniture does not go inside!
Yes, I also thought so!
Sofas would not pass through the door!
What did the real estate agent say to this situation?
The real estate agent said this door is historic!
Hahaha! A great excuse!
So how was the second house?
The second house was on the fifth floor.
Was there an elevator?
No, there was no elevator!
Climbing five floors of stairs is hard!
Yes, I got very tired!
The window was also looking at a dark wall.
Did it not have a view?
Sunlight was not entering at all.
A house without sunlight becomes cold.
The third house was by the seaside.
A house with a sea view is great!
Its balcony was very beautiful.
So did you take that house?
Its price was very high for me.
Houses with sea views are expensive.
The real estate agent immediately gave me hot tea.
In Turkey this is a very common tradition.
Real estate agents always offer tea to guests.
Yes! We drank tea in two small glasses.
While drinking tea we talked at length about the house.
Now I will tell you an interesting fact.
What is that fact?
I am curious!
I read somewhere.
In Istanbul people drink a lot of tea while looking at houses!
Really?
How many glasses of tea do they drink?
Sometimes in one day they drink five glasses of tea!
Wow!
Tea culture here is really very strong!
Yes.
In Turkey looking at houses means drinking tea!
I also like tea.
I also like it very much.
Looking for an apartment with hot tea is more enjoyable!
Exactly so Emre.
You are very right.
Did you take that house with the small door?
No, I did not take that house.
Because I have a big sofa!
Hahaha! A very correct decision!
I also looked for other houses.
Kadıköy is a nice neighborhood.
Yes, its streets are very lively.
It is also close to the sea.
Yes, sea air is very nice.
I also looked for an apartment last year.
Where did you look for an apartment?
I looked for an apartment on the Beşiktaş side.
Beşiktaş is also a very nice place.
Yes, but finding a house was hard.
Did you finally find a nice house?
Yes, I found a wide and spacious house.
I am very glad!
Looking for an apartment requires patience.
Yes, one shouldn't rush.
Finding the right house is a great feeling.
I will also find a nice house.
I am sure you will find it in a short time.
I hope I see a new house next week.
Sometimes luck also helps.
Yes, being there at the right time is necessary.
Now let's look at our second word.
Our second word: monthly rent.
Meaning monthly rent in English.
How much do you want to pay for a house?
I am looking for an apartment suitable for my budget.
The topic of monthly rent is very important.
When renting a house, monthly rent affects the budget.
Yes, every month we make regular payments.
If the rent is high, the budget gets strained.
True, that's why we make a budget plan.
It is easy to look at rent prices on the internet.
Yes, there are many ads on websites.
Prices change according to the neighborhood.
Rent is higher in central neighborhoods.
One must also calculate maintenance fees.
Yes, there is building cleaning and light money.
Bills are also added to the budget.
There is water, electricity and gas.
We talk about the rent topic with the landlord.
Sometimes it becomes possible to make a discount.
Budget is important for students and workers.
One who sets aside money every month feels comfortable.
Our third word: a quiet place!
Meaning a quiet place in English.
Do you like noisy streets?
No! I don't like it at all.
I always want a quiet place.
Sleeping comfortably at night is very good.
I am on Team Elif!
I like quiet and peaceful houses.
Walking in quiet streets is also nice.
Yes, listening to bird sounds is great.
Car noise tires a person out.
Studying in a quiet house is much easier.
Silence is essential for resting.
Peace is also needed when reading a book.
After a busy day the house must give peace.
That's why I prefer a quiet house.
But our fourth word is also very important.
What is our fourth word?
Our fourth word: a good location!
Meaning a good location in English.
I am on Team Emre!
I want a house close to the bus and metro!
If the location is good, transportation is very easy.
But the rent might be a little higher.
Yes, central places are expensive.
Central houses save time.
True, going to work is faster.
Market and bakery must also be close.
Buying fresh bread is a very nice feeling.
Being close to the ferry port is also an advantage.
Traveling by sea is great.
Sitting near cafes and parks is enjoyable.
Walking with friends becomes easy.
Ease of transportation reduces stress.
We don't stay on the road for hours every day.
Let's move to our fifth word.
Our fifth word: paying deposit.
Meaning paying deposit in English.
How much deposit do we pay the first month?
Usually we pay one or two months deposit.
Paying deposit protects the house and furniture.
Yes, when leaving the house we get this money back.
If the house is clean the money comes back.
When making a contract we write the deposit.
Taking a receipt is also very important.
We send money to the landlord via bank.
Bank receipt forms proof.
It becomes safe for both sides.
We are careful in order not to have problems.
Our sixth word is also very exciting!
Our sixth word: move-in date!
Meaning move-in date in English.
When is your move-in date Emre?
My move-in date is at the beginning of next month.
Very good!
When are you moving to your new house?
I am moving on the fifth day of next month.
Did you find a moving vehicle?
Yes, I rented a big van.
Are the boxes ready?
I started gathering the boxes.
Sorting old items is a good idea.
I give unnecessary things to friends.
On moving day friends are helping.
Yes, together we carry boxes.
Then in the evening we eat pizza!
Hahaha! Moving pizza is a tradition!
All friends become happy.
Tiredness doesn't remain.
Now I am asking you a surprise question.
Ask Elif!
I am listening with curiosity.
I am asking you a question.
How many people in Istanbul look for a quiet place?
In my opinion fifty percent of people want a quiet place.
Wrong!
I heard that seventy percent of people look for a quiet place!
Seventy percent?
Really a very big number!
Yes! Everyone wants peace after the busy city.
Now ask our second surprise question.
Okay!
What percentage of people prefer a good location?
In my opinion eighty percent of people want to be close to the metro.
You guessed right!
I read in a study, exactly eighty-five percent!
I am great!
Location is really very important for daily life.
Yes, time is valuable for us.
Now it's time to practice!
Great! I am ready.
I will tell you situations.
You will use the correct words.
Okay, I am very excited!
First scenario!
You are looking at ads on the internet.
What do you say?
I am looking for a nice house on the internet!
A very good answer!
Second scenario!
Your friend looked at a new apartment.
What do you ask him?
Did you also look for a new house?
Great!
Third scenario!
You are asking the landlord about the price.
Which word do you say?
How much is the monthly rent price of this apartment?
Exactly so!
Fourth scenario!
You want to get away from a noisy street.
What kind of house do you want?
I am looking for a quiet place to relax!
Very true!
Fifth scenario!
The house is right next to the metro stop.
What do you say for this situation?
This house is located in a really good location!
Sixth scenario!
You are giving money while signing the contract.
What do we call this security money?
It is necessary to pay a deposit to the landlord the first month!
A super answer!
Seventh scenario!
When will you move your belongings?
You are informing your friend of the date.
Our move-in date is next week Monday!
Eighth scenario!
You are supporting a friend who is looking for a new house.
What advice do you give him?
Be patient, I also looked for a house for a long time!
Ninth scenario!
You don't want to exceed your rent budget.
What do you say to the real estate agent?
Monthly rent must be suitable for my budget!
Tenth scenario!
You found a quiet neighborhood.
How do you express your happiness?
Finally I found a quiet place, I am very happy!
Eleventh scenario!
You are looking for a house close to your workplace.
How do you explain the ad?
I am looking for a good location close to my workplace!
Twelfth scenario!
Your move-in day is approaching.
You tell the surprise to your friend.
Our move-in date is finalized, I am very excited!
Thirteenth scenario!
You ask the landlord about deposit.
Which sentence do you set up?
How many months deposit do you want?
Fourteenth scenario!
You call your friend who is looking for a quiet house.
What do you suggest to him?
This green neighborhood is exactly a quiet place!
Congratulations Emre!
You answered all the questions successfully!
Thank you Elif!
Practicing makes learning easier.
Today we learned about renting a house in detail.
Yes, we talked about six very useful words.
Now there is a special task for our listeners!
What is that task?
Tomorrow morning stand in front of the mirror!
Repeat this sentence out loud three times:
I am looking for a new apartment!
Yes! Saying it out loud strengthens memory.
Elif, what happened to your house with the small door?
I didn't take that house, I looked for another house!
Hahaha! A very smart decision!
Good day and pleasant lessons to everyone!
See you soon goodbye!
Sıra sendeYour turn
6 gerçek durumla pratikPractice with 6 real situations
1ev arıyorumev arıyorum
Yeni ev lazım. Şehir merkezinde olsun istiyorsun. Ne dersin?
You need a new home. You want it in the city center. What do you say?2aylık kiraaylık kira
Bu daireye bakıyorsun. Aylık kira çok yüksek. Ne dersin?
You look at this apartment. The monthly rent is very high. What do you say?3sakin bir yersakin bir yer
Ev bakıyorsun. Evden çalışıyorsun, gürültü istemiyorsun. Ne dersin?
You look for a home. You work from home and you do not want noise. What do you say?4güzel bir konumgüzel bir konum
Daire metro durağının yanında. Arkadaşına gösteriyorsun. Ne dersin?
The apartment is next to the metro. You show it to your friend. What do you say?5depozito ödemekdepozito ödemek
Sözleşme zamanı. Ev sahibi depozito istiyor. Ne dersin?
It is time for the contract. The owner wants a deposit. What do you say?6taşınma tarihitaşınma tarihi
Yeni evin var. Gelecek ayın birinde taşınıyorsun. Ne dersin?
You have a new home. You move on the first of next month. What do you say?Today's small task
Tomorrow morning stand in front of the mirror!Tomorrow morning stand in front of the mirror!
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