A language with a strong presence in several countries and that spreads widely through a large number of speakers spread across various parts of the planet. Where is Turkish spoken?
From the United States to India, Turkish soap operas or series have become a cultural force to be reckoned with. The country has become one of the largest exporters of television fiction, generating millions of dollars in revenue from foreign sales each year.
The series (diziler) have become another tool of Turkey's influence in the world.
Where is Turkish spoken?
Where is Turkish spoken?
Turkish, with over 80 million speakers, is the official language of Turkey and Northern Cyprus. It is also widely spoken in Turkish communities in Germany, France, Bulgaria, Greece, and other countries.
Where is Turkey?
Turkey is located in the western region of Asia, with a small territory that extends into Europe. It borders the Black Sea to the north, Georgia and Armenia to the east, Iran and Iraq to the southeast, Syria to the south, and the Mediterranean Sea to the west.
What other languages are spoken in Türkiye?
Although Turkish dominates the linguistic scene, Turkey is a multicultural country where other minority languages are spoken. Among the most important we find Kurdish (spoken by 12% of the population), Arabic, Zazaki and Circassian.
Some basic phrases in Turkish:
Merhaba: ¡Hello!
Teşekkür ederim: Thanks.
Rica ederim: You are welcome.
Lütfen: Please.
Evet: Yes
Hayır: No.
Hoşçakal: Goodbye
Ne dersin?: What are you saying?
Biraz Türkçe biliyorum: I know a little Turkish.
Yardım edebilir misiniz?: Can you help me?
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