🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "Good night" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
İyi geceler
"Good night" in Turkish · say it like ee-yee geh-jeh-ler

The most natural way to say "Good night" in Turkish is İyi geceler. 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

Geceniz hayırlı olsun
more formal, often used in religious contexts
İyi uykular
casual, used among friends or family

When to use it

You can use 'İyi geceler' when saying goodbye to someone in the evening or before they go to sleep. It is a polite and friendly way to wish someone a restful night. Use it in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Yarın görüşürüz, iyi geceler.See you tomorrow, good night.
Çocuklar, yatma zamanı, iyi geceler.Kids, it's time for bed, good night.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'İyi geceler' with 'Günaydın' (good morning) and use it at the wrong time.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say 'İyi geceler' to strangers?

Yes, it is polite and acceptable to use 'İyi geceler' with strangers.

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