🇹🇷 Turkish phrases

How to Say "I need help" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Yardım lazım
"I need help" in Turkish · say it like yahr-duhm lah-zuhm

The most natural way to say "I need help" in Turkish is Yardım lazım. 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

Yardım edebilir misin?
This is a more polite way to ask someone for help.
Birine ihtiyacım var
This is a more general way to express needing help.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you find yourself in a situation where you require assistance. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It's a straightforward way to express your need for help to others.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Yardım lazım, lütfen bana yardım et.I need help, please help me.
Common mistake
Learners often say 'Ben yardım lazım' which is incorrect; the phrase should not include 'Ben' as it is implied.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Yardım lazım, 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

How can I ask for help in a more polite way?

You can say 'Yardım edebilir misin?' which is more formal and polite.

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