How to Pronounce "young turk"
expression
ˈjəŋ/ /ˈtɝk
YUHNG TURK
jˈʌŋ/ /tɜːk
YUNG TURK
Definition
A 'young turk' is a young person who is energetic and ambitious, especially someone in an organization who wants to make big changes and challenge old traditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈjəŋ/ /ˈtɝk
British English
jˈʌŋ/ /tɜːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
YUHNG TURK
UK
YUNG TURK
Listen in Context
Sarah is a young turk who always pushes for new ideas at work.
The company hired some young turks to bring fresh energy.
Tom acts like a young turk in every meeting.
Ever since the new manager arrived, the office is full of young turks shaking things up.