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How to Say "Delicious" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
lezzetli
"Delicious" in Turkish 路 say it like lez-zet-lee

The most natural way to say "Delicious" in Turkish is lezzetli. 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

ho艧
can be used in a more general context, not just for food
nefis
often used for very tasty dishes, more expressive

When to use it

You can use 'lezzetli' when describing food that tastes good. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Use it to compliment a meal or when discussing your favorite dishes.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Bu pasta 莽ok lezzetli.This cake is very delicious.
Yemekleriniz her zaman lezzetli.Your meals are always delicious.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'lezzetli' with 'tatl谋', which means sweet. 'Lezzetli' refers to overall taste.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you say 'delicious' in Turkish?

'Delicious' in Turkish is 'lezzetli'.

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