gibi

gibi

"Like" or "as."

Comparison: 'gibi' is used here to make a comparison, indicating the likeness to animals.

Hayvanlar gibi güçlü olmak istiyorum.

I want to be strong like animals.

Simile: 'gibi' is used to draw a simile, suggesting that the speaking was tale-like.

O, sanki bir masal gibi konuştu.

He spoke as if it were a tale.

Simile and Description: 'gibi' is used to compare the appearance of the sky to a deep blue sea, adding imagery.

Gökyüzü masmavi bir deniz gibi görünüyordu.

The sky appeared like a deep blue sea.