What Language Do They Speak in Turkey?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The official language of Turkey is Turkish. Turkish is also an official language in 1 other country worldwide.
Learn some Turkish before you go
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We are also a member of the CJ Affiliate and AWIN affiliate networks. Links below are affiliate links.
Turkish Phrasebook & Dictionary
The essentials for ordering food, asking directions and being polite.
Languages of Turkey at a glance
| Official language | Turkish |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 1 |
| Countries on this site where Turkish is official | 2 |
| People (demonym) | Turkish |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Internet domain | .tr |
Other countries where Turkish is official
Turkish is also an official language in 1 other country covered here:
Languages of neighbouring countries
| Armenia | Armenian |
|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | Azerbaijani |
| Bulgaria | Bulgarian |
| Georgia | Georgian |
| Greece | Greek |
| Iran | Persian (Farsi) |
| Iraq | Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani |
| Syria | Arabic |
Turkey in context
- Turkey covers 783,562 km², making it the 36th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 109 people per km² ranks 82nd of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 8 countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Iran, Iraq, Syria.
- With 85,664,944 people, Turkey holds about 28.4% of the population of Western Asia.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Turkey is a member state of the United Nations.
Compare Turkey
Useful phrases for visitors to Turkey
Everyday Turkish phrases you will hear and use in Turkey:
| English | Turkish |
|---|---|
| Hello | Merhaba |
| Thank you | Teşekkür ederim |
| Please | Lütfen |
| Goodbye | Hoşça kal |
| Yes | Evet |
| No | Hayır |
Spellings can vary by region, and some languages use different forms for formal or informal speech. Even a simple greeting in the local language is usually appreciated.
Languages in Turkey — FAQ
What language do they speak in Turkey?
The official language of Turkey is Turkish.
How many official languages does Turkey have?
Turkey has 1 official language: Turkish.
Is Turkish spoken anywhere else?
Turkish is also an official language in 1 other country.
This page contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you purchase through our links, at no extra cost to you. Learn more.
Last updated: