🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "Cheers" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Şerefe
"Cheers" in Turkish · say it like sheh-reh-feh

The most natural way to say "Cheers" in Turkish is Şerefe. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Sağlık
used more casually, often when drinking with friends
Afiyet olsun
used when someone is about to eat, not specifically for drinking

When to use it

You use 'Şerefe' when you want to make a toast before drinking with others. It is a way to express good wishes for health and happiness. This phrase is commonly used in social gatherings, celebrations, or even casual meet-ups with friends.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Yeni yıl için şerefe!Cheers to the new year!
Arkadaşlarla biraya oturduğumuzda şerefe dedik.We said cheers when we sat down for a beer with friends.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'şerefe' with 'sağlık', but 'sağlık' is more casual and not specifically for toasting.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Şerefe, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Turkish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What do you say when you want to toast at a wedding?

'Şerefe' is appropriate for toasting at weddings as well.

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