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How to Say "Of course" in Turkish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
tabii ki
"Of course" in Turkish 路 say it like tah-bee kee

The most natural way to say "Of course" in Turkish is tabii ki. 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

elbette
more formal, often used in written language
elbette ki
adds emphasis, can be used in both spoken and written contexts

When to use it

You can use 'tabii ki' in everyday conversations when agreeing with someone or confirming a statement. It is suitable for both casual and formal settings. Use it when you want to express that something is obvious or expected.

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Examples in Turkish

TurkishEnglish
Tabii ki, seninle gelirim.Of course, I will come with you.
Bu filmi izlemek istiyorum, tabii ki.I want to watch this movie, of course.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'tabii ki' with 'tabi ki', which is incorrect. The correct form has a double 'i'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear tabii ki, 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 'tabii ki' in formal writing?

Yes, but 'elbette' is often preferred in more formal contexts.

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