Abstract:

“The Turkish Twins” novel which written by Cahit Uçuk, have been included famous “Twins Series” in 1956 and also honor list in 1958 competition, is an important literary work. In this study, “The Turkish Twins” novel was examined in terms of basics (reduplications, idioms, mimetic words, routines, regional words and proverbs) constitute Turkish vocabulary and was reached the following conclusions: Author mentioned the most reduplications and at least proverb in the work. Reduplications generally were constituted repetition of same word. In spite of that there are examples (constituted with mimetic words, created by words meanings of which are close together or antonym) having different constructions. When reduplications are analyzed in terms of task, it is seen that they are used the most being adverb function and complete meaning of the sentence (subject, article, object) in various way. Idioms are the second vocabulary which often used by the author. There are many examples related to folks cultural texture of people, their work life, mind and ratiocination power in the novel. As well as author gives a places idioms commonly used by the public, extends the limits of vocabulary with original usage own produced. As for the author’s another remarkable feature for use idioms resorts changing the words in some uses. Mimetic words and uses which are exemplary local dialect usage often were given a place in the work which described rural people who don’t rupture with nature. As for routines which are determinative human relations in community life; are prime examples Anatolian human’s commitment to kindness, indulging in respect and heart. As for Messages which the author wants to give between the lines; tried to be placed on a solid foundation with proverbs. Obtained by scanning the light of these findings, it is possible to say that “The Turkish Twins” novel is a work rich in vocabulary.