Ateşle oynamak
[a-teş-le oy-na-mak]
phrase idiomatic expressions
LanguageTurkish (Turkey)
Meaning- To play with fire
- An idiom used to warn someone that they are engaging in risky or dangerous behavior that will likely have negative consequences.
Böyle yalanlar söylemek ateşle oynamak gibidir.
Telling lies like this is like playing with fire.
Lütfen dur, ateşle oynamak sana zarar verir.
Please stop, playing with fire will harm you.
Pronunciationa-teş-le oy-na-mak
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Usage noteOften used in advisory or cautionary contexts to tell someone to stop doing something reckless.
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