What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the adjective boş, meaning empty or void and the imperative verb ver, which means give. Literally, it means "give empty" or "let it be empty".
Which one should you use?
Aldırma can also be used to mean "don't worry about it" or "nevermind" in a relaxed manner.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
boş ver is an informal expression common in daily speech, but it may sound dismissive in highly formal or professional settings. For a more polite way to dismiss something or indicate that certain actions are not of importance, you can use the formal Boşverin.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase is in the imperative mood, which is why it is used as a command to "let go" of a thought or concern.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈboʃ veɾ/. The /b/ sound is like the [b] in "about", the /ʃ/ sound is like the [sh] in "shoe", the /v/ sound is like the [v] in "vase" and the /ɾ/ sound is like the [t] in the American English pronunciation of "atom".
Did you know?
- The phrase boş ver is so central to Turkish culture that it often functions as a philosophy of letting go and accepting a situation that cannot be changed.
- The adjective boş is also used to describe an 'empty-headed' person who talks much but says very little of substance.
- In Turkish pop culture and music, boş ver is a frequent lyric used to evoke a sense of carefree abandonment or heartbreak.
Examples in context
- Boş ver, çok önemli değil.Nevermind, it is not very important.
- Boş ver artık bu konuyu.Nevermind this subject already.
- Canını sıkma, boş ver.Don't upset yourself, nevermind.
Example conversation
Zeynep and Emre are talking about a small mistake at work.
- ZeynepDosyayı yanlış yere koydum.I put the file in the wrong place.
- EmreBoş ver, hallederiz.Nevermind, we will handle it.
- ZeynepYine de çok özür dilerim.I am very sorry anyway.
- EmreGerçekten sorun değil, boş ver.It is really no problem, nevermind.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry boş ver, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
