
In this series, we’re going to learn basic Turkish expressions. It’s super easy and it only takes three minutes!
In this lesson, you’re going to learn how to introduce yourself in Turkish. You can do it with only two sentences, but first it is important to clarify that in Turkish there is a difference between the formal and the informal language.
In the last lesson, we learned how to introduce ourselves in Turkish. In this lesson, we’re going to learn how to use good manners as we thank people.
Hazır mısınız? Are you ready? Hadi başlayalım o zaman, so let’s start then!
In the last lesson, we learned how to show gratitude to people by saying teşekkürler. In this lesson we’ll learn some of the most common greetings used in Turkey.
Hazır mısınız? Are you ready? Hadi başlayalım o zaman!, so let’s start then!
In the last lesson, we learned the most common forms of greetings in Turkish. Do you remember them?
In this lesson we’re going to learn a very useful phrase: “Do you speak English?”
If you find yourself in a situation where you need assistance in English, this phrase can be a lifesaver. And because you’re asking it in Turkish, you can be sure that everyone will understand what you’re saying, even if their answer is no.
In the last lesson, we learned the phrase afedersiniz, İngilizce konuşabilir musun? "Excuse me, can you speak English?" We mentioned the word afedersiniz, which means "excuse me" in formal Turkish.
In this lesson we’re going to learn how to use afedersiniz and other words when apologizing in Turkish.
In the last lesson, we learned some words used when apologizing in Turkish, including afedersiniz and özür dilerim. In this lesson we are going to learn numbers in Turkish.
Yes, numbers! sayılar! From one to ten. And you are going to learn them in only three minutes, üç dakika!
In the last lesson, we learned the numbers from one to ten. Have
you forgotten? Here I'll tell you again:
bir, iki, üç, dört, beş, altı, yedi, sekiz, dokuz, on!!
And now let’s continue from eleven.
In the last lesson we learned how to count in Turkish. I hope you spent some time practicing the numbers, because they will come in handy today. We’re going to learn how to go shopping in Turkey!
Before we go, you need to know how to say “How much is it?” Let's find out how!
In the last lesson we learned the phrase Bu kaç para? How much is this? In this lesson let’s see how we could answer that question by counting liras in Turkish. In Turkey the currency is the LİRA.
Please pay attention to this word's pronunciation.
In the last lesson we learned how to count liras. Did you practice at home?
In this lesson, we're going to learn other useful tips to talk about your schedule - for example, if a friend asks you "What are you doing this weekend?"
In the last lesson, we learned how to talk about your plans. In this lesson, we will discuss how to talk about your nationality.
When you meet a new person in Turkey, they might ask you Nerelisiniz? which is the equivalent of "Where do you come from?" or ‘Where are you from?’
In the last lesson, we learned how to talk about your nationality. In this lesson, we will learn how to say things like "I am in the street" or "He is in the room". Are you ready?
In the last two lessons, we learned the main usages of the suffix -de, which means “to be at” in Turkish.
In this lesson, we are going to learn to talk about your age. So let's start!
In the last lesson, we learned how to talk about age using yaşında, meaning “to be age at.”
Now we will talk about things you own. That will be the topic of this lesson.
In our previous lesson, we learned how to use the verbs yaşındayım and var. In this lesson, we’re going to learn how to turn sentences into their negative forms. Find out how!
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb var, "to have," in the negative form.
In this lesson, we will start to learn about Turkish adjectives and how to use them properly.
In the last lesson, we learned how to use Turkish adjectives.
In this lesson we will start a series of lessons dedicated to the most common verbs in Turkish!
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb gitmek which means "to go" in Turkish.
In this lesson, we will continue our series dedicated to common Turkish verbs.
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb yapmak which means "to do" in Turkish.
In this lesson, we will learn how to use sevmek, which is the third verb in our series dedicated to the most common Turkish verbs.
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb sevmek.
In this lesson, we will learn how to use gelmek, the fourth verb in our series dedicated to the most common Turkish verbs.
In the last lesson, we learned how to use the verb gelmek.
In this lesson, we will jump into our series dedicated to question words in Turkish. Our first one is the one most commonly used to ask a question: what.
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "What" questions in Turkish.
This time, we are going to ask "Where" questions.
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "Where" questions in Turkish.
This time, we are going to ask "When" questions.
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "When" questions in Turkish.
This time, we are going to ask "Who" questions.
In the last lesson, we learned how to ask "Who" questions in Turkish.
This time, we’re going to ask "Why" questions
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a bookstore. Look at the image, listen
to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a restaurant. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a phone call to the doctor's office. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
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In this lesson, listen to a conversation about going to the movies. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about buying a shirt. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a burger shop. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about baking a cake. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about making plans. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation between a student and a teacher. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a restaurant. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about choosing a place to wait. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about making vacation plans. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about breakfast. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a department store. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about age. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation set in a clothing boutique. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about who's attending a party. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
In this lesson, listen to a conversation about arranging furniture in a room. Look at the image, listen to the question, listen to the dialogue and answer the question. Learn new vocabularies too! This is perfect for absolute beginners.
How to buy a train ticket from a ticket machine in Turkey. Let's find out now!
You already bought your express ticket. Now, how to read and check your seat number using your train ticket? Let's practice!
You definitely need to know the train schedule when travelling by train. Now, how to read the train schedule? Let's practice.
Suddenly, there's a notice at the train station! How to read that?! Let's practice so you'll be ready.
From the train station you need to catch a taxi. So, which exit should you take to get to the taxi rank? Let's practice!
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How to determine the last stop of your train? This is very important to know when travelling by train so let's practice.
Imagine you lost your wallet at the train station! How to report that? Let's practice.
How to read a maintenance notice at the station? This is very important so let's find out.
How to check if the express train is running? This is very important to know so your travel will not be delayed. Let's find out.
How to read a promotional offer? This is very important so that you'll know the latest offer. Let's practice.
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