🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "Good evening" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
İyi akşamlar
"Good evening" in Turkish · say it like ee-yee ahk-shahm-lahr

The most natural way to say "Good evening" in Turkish is İyi akşamlar. 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

Akşamınız hayırlı olsun
more formal, often used in specific contexts
İyi geceler
used when saying goodbye in the evening

When to use it

You can use 'İyi akşamlar' when you greet someone in the evening. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. It is a friendly way to acknowledge someone as the day winds down.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
İyi akşamlar, nasılsınız?Good evening, how are you?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'İyi akşamlar' with 'İyi geceler', which is used for saying goodnight.

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'İyi akşamlar'?

Use it in the evening when greeting someone, typically after 5 or 6 PM.

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