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Learn a bit of the Turkish Language

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Here are some essential Turkish phrases to get you started on your journey:

Greetings and Basics

  • Merhaba: Hello
  • Günaydın: Good morning
  • İyi günler: Good afternoon
  • İyi akşamlar: Good evening
  • İyi geceler: Good night
  • Teşekkür ederim: Thank you
  • Lütfen: Please
  • Evet: Yes
  • Hayır: No
  • Afedersiniz: Excuse me
  • Benim adım …: My name is …

Essential Questions

  • Nasılsınız? How are you?
  • Ben iyiyim, teşekkür ederim. I’m fine, thank you.
  • Nereliyorsunuz? Where are you from?
  • Ben … ‘danım. I’m from …
  • Kaç yaşındasınız? How old are you?
  • Ben … yaşındayım. I am … years old.
  • Ne demek? What does it mean?
  • Anlamadım: I don’t understand.
  • Konuşabiliyor musunuz İngilizce? Can you speak English?

Food and Drink

  • Açım: I’m hungry.
  • Susadım: I’m thirsty.
  • Ne yemek istersiniz? What would you like to eat?
  • Lezzetli: Delicious
  • Hesap lütfen: Check, please.
  • Kahve: Coffee
  • Su: Water
  • Ayran: Yogurt drink

Other Useful Phrases

  • Tuvalet nerede? Where is the toilet?
  • Yardım edebilir misiniz? Can you help me?
  • Teşekkür ederim, yardımınıza ihtiyacım yok. Thank you, I don’t need help.
  • Bugün hava nasıl? What’s the weather like today?
  • Görüşmek üzere: See you later
  • Hoşçakalın: Goodbye

Remember: Turkish pronunciation can be tricky, so it’s always helpful to listen to native speakers or use pronunciation guides. Enjoy exploring the beautiful Turkish language!

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