kurban

kurban

"Victim" or "sacrifice" (in religious or metaphorical contexts).

In this sentence, 'kurban' refers to an animal that is sacrificed as part of a religious practice.

Bayramda bir kurban kestik.

We sacrificed an animal during the holiday.

Here, 'kurban' is used metaphorically to denote someone who became a victim due to a tragic event.

Onu kazada kurban verdik.

We lost him as a victim in the accident.

In this context, 'kurban' signifies feeling like a victim or someone who suffers as a result of circumstances.

Bütün çabalarım boşuna gitti, adeta bir kurban gibiyim.

All my efforts were in vain; I feel as if I am a victim.