🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "Goodbye" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hoşça kal
"Goodbye" in Turkish · say it like hosh-cha-kahl

The most natural way to say "Goodbye" in Turkish is Hoşça kal. 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

Güle güle
Used when you are the one leaving.
Allahaısmarladık
More formal, often used in rural areas.

When to use it

You can use 'Hoşça kal' when you are saying goodbye to someone who is staying. It is a warm and friendly way to part. If you are the one leaving, you might say 'Güle güle' instead.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Hoşça kal, yarın görüşürüz.Goodbye, see you tomorrow.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'Hoşça kal' with 'Güle güle' and use them incorrectly.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Güle güle'?

'Güle güle' is used when you are the one staying and someone else is leaving.

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