A court in Turkey has ordered a man to pay compensation to his ex-wife after labeling her as “Chubby” in his phone contacts. The court ruled that the term was demeaning and caused emotional harm, setting a new legal precedent in the country.
According to Turkish media reports, the Court of Cassation upheld a lower court’s ruling that found the husband guilty of causing moral and psychological distress to his wife. The man had saved her name as “Tombik,” which translates to “Chubby” in Turkish. The court determined that this act amounted to verbal humiliation and negatively impacted the couple’s marriage.
The case began during divorce proceedings in the city of Uşak, where the wife stated that discovering the offensive nickname had deeply hurt her and “damaged her dignity.” The court agreed, ordering the husband to pay compensation for both moral and material damages.
While the court did not disclose the exact amount of compensation, legal experts say the ruling may influence similar cases in the future. The decision emphasizes that using insulting or derogatory language, even in personal relationships, can have legal consequences under Turkish law.
The ruling has sparked widespread discussion on Turkish social media. Some users supported the court’s decision, saying that respect in relationships should be protected by law. Others, however, argued that nicknames like “Chubby” can sometimes be affectionate and context matters in judging intent.
Legal analysts noted that the Court of Cassation’s decision reinforces the importance of dignity and mutual respect in marital relationships. The case is now being cited as a landmark example of how personal language choices can carry social and legal weight in Turkey.
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