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Popular television presenter Lyailya Sultanqyzy has ignited a widespread discussion on social media by posing a thought-provoking question to her followers: What is the most difficult or hurtful word in the Kazakh language?

The query, shared on her social media page, quickly garnered significant attention and prompted a flood of responses from the public.

The Most Painful Word?

According to Sultanqyzy, a frequently cited answer among many Kazakh speakers for the harshest word is the phrase "tërbie kórmegen," which translates to "uneducated" or "ill-bred." She encouraged her audience to share the words that personally affect them the most.

Reader Reactions

The responses from social media users varied widely. Some individuals expressed that words like "teksiz" (without lineage) or "tūykymy jaman" (bad offspring) are particularly offensive to them. Others found that any insult directed at their parents cuts the deepest.

Interestingly, the word "topa" was also mentioned by some as being particularly hurtful. However, for a segment of the audience, the most impactful phrase turned out to be "Bekem bol," which means "Be strong." This suggests that even words of encouragement can carry a heavy emotional weight depending on the context and the individual's circumstances.