ugly duckling
US /ˈʌɡ.li ˈdʌk.lɪŋ/
UK /ˈʌɡ.li ˈdʌk.lɪŋ/
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çirkin ördek yavrusu
a person or thing that is initially unattractive or unpromising but eventually becomes beautiful or successful
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She was an ugly duckling in high school, but she grew up to be a stunning model.
Lisede bir çirkin ördek yavrusuydu ama büyüyünce çarpıcı bir model oldu.
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The old building was considered an ugly duckling, but after renovation, it became the most beautiful one in the city.
Eski bina bir çirkin ördek yavrusu olarak görülüyordu ama tadilattan sonra şehrin en güzeli oldu.