🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Nasılsın?
"How are you?" in Turkish · say it like nah-suhl-suhn

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Turkish is Nasılsın?. 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

Nasılsınız?
This is the formal version, used when addressing someone respectfully.
Ne var ne yok?
This is a casual and friendly way to ask how someone is doing.

When to use it

You can use 'Nasılsın?' when greeting friends or people you are familiar with. It is a common way to check in on someone's well-being. Use 'Nasılsınız?' in formal situations or when speaking to elders or strangers.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Merhaba, nasılsın?Hello, how are you?
Nasılsınız, hocam?How are you, teacher?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct form based on the level of formality.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Nasılsın?, 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

Can I use 'Nasılsın?' with everyone?

No, use 'Nasılsınız?' for formal situations or with people you don't know well.

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