{"id":8183,"date":"2026-07-06T01:04:32","date_gmt":"2026-07-05T22:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.turkcestan.com\/?page_id=8183"},"modified":"2026-07-07T00:09:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T21:09:55","slug":"common-turkish-words-and-phrases","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.turkcestan.com\/en\/common-turkish-words-and-phrases\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Turkish Words &#038; Phrases for Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1783289244757{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1783331276044{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;}&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto; border-radius: 12px; margin-bottom: 30px;\" title=\"Common Turkish Words and Phrases for Beginners\" src=\"https:\/\/www.turkcestan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/common-turkish-words-and-phrases-guide.webp.png\" alt=\"Common Turkish Words and Phrases for Beginners \u2013 Learn Everyday Turkish Vocabulary\" width=\"1536\" height=\"864\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Common Turkish Words &amp; Phrases Every Beginner Should Know<\/h2>\n<p>Learning the most common Turkish words and phrases is the fastest way to start communicating in everyday situations. Instead of memorizing hundreds of random vocabulary items, focus on the expressions Turkish people use every day.<\/p>\n<p>In this complete guide, you&#8217;ll learn essential Turkish greetings, polite expressions, everyday questions, shopping vocabulary, restaurant phrases, travel expressions, and practical conversations that you can start using immediately.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re visiting T\u00fcrkiye, studying Turkish, or preparing for a Turkish language exam, these common Turkish words and phrases will help you speak more naturally and confidently.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Why Learn Common Turkish Words First?<\/h2>\n<p>Many beginners spend months studying grammar before speaking. Native speakers do the opposite\u2014they learn useful expressions first.<\/p>\n<p>Learning high-frequency vocabulary allows you to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2714 Understand everyday conversations<\/li>\n<li>\u2714 Ask simple questions<\/li>\n<li>\u2714 Order food<\/li>\n<li>\u2714 Introduce yourself<\/li>\n<li>\u2714 Travel around T\u00fcrkiye<\/li>\n<li>\u2714 Build confidence from day one<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Even learning the first <strong>200 Turkish words<\/strong> can help you understand a large percentage of daily conversations.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Essential Turkish Greetings<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<th>When to Use<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Merhaba<\/td>\n<td>Hello<\/td>\n<td>Any time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Selam<\/td>\n<td>Hi<\/td>\n<td>Informal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>G\u00fcnayd\u0131n<\/td>\n<td>Good morning<\/td>\n<td>Morning<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u0130yi g\u00fcnler<\/td>\n<td>Good day<\/td>\n<td>Daytime<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u0130yi ak\u015famlar<\/td>\n<td>Good evening<\/td>\n<td>Evening<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u0130yi geceler<\/td>\n<td>Good night<\/td>\n<td>Before sleeping<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Pronunciation Tip<\/h3>\n<p>Unlike English, Turkish words are pronounced almost exactly as they are written. Once you learn the Turkish alphabet, reading becomes much easier.<\/p>\n<p>New to Turkish pronunciation? Read our complete <a href=\"\/en\/alphabet-pronunciation\/\">Turkish Alphabet &amp; Pronunciation Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Polite Turkish Expressions<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>L\u00fctfen<\/td>\n<td>Please<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Te\u015fekk\u00fcr ederim<\/td>\n<td>Thank you<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Rica ederim<\/td>\n<td>You&#8217;re welcome<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Affedersiniz<\/td>\n<td>Excuse me<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u00d6z\u00fcr dilerim<\/td>\n<td>I&#8217;m sorry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sorun de\u011fil<\/td>\n<td>No problem<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Introducing Yourself in Turkish<\/h2>\n<p>These are among the first Turkish phrases every learner should memorize.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ben David.<\/td>\n<td>I&#8217;m David.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ben \u0130ngiltere&#8217;den geldim.<\/td>\n<td>I&#8217;m from England.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>T\u00fcrk\u00e7e \u00f6\u011freniyorum.<\/td>\n<td>I&#8217;m learning Turkish.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Memnun oldum.<\/td>\n<td>Nice to meet you.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sizin ad\u0131n\u0131z ne?<\/td>\n<td>What&#8217;s your name?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Mini Dialogue<\/h2>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Merhaba!<\/p>\n<p><strong>B:<\/strong> Merhaba! Nas\u0131ls\u0131n\u0131z?<\/p>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> \u0130yiyim, te\u015fekk\u00fcr ederim.<\/p>\n<p><strong>B:<\/strong> Ben de iyiyim.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A:<\/strong> Memnun oldum.<\/p>\n<p><strong>B:<\/strong> Ben de memnun oldum.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Did You Know?<\/h2>\n<p>Many Turkish greetings change depending on the time of day. Using the correct greeting makes your Turkish sound much more natural and helps you communicate like a native speaker.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Common Turkish Words for Shopping<\/h2>\n<p>Shopping is one of the easiest ways to practice Turkish. Whether you&#8217;re visiting a local market, a supermarket, or a shopping mall, these useful Turkish words and phrases will help you communicate confidently.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Ne kadar?<\/td>\n<td>How much is it?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u00c7ok pahal\u0131.<\/td>\n<td>It&#8217;s very expensive.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Daha ucuzu var m\u0131?<\/td>\n<td>Do you have a cheaper one?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u0130ndirim var m\u0131?<\/td>\n<td>Is there a discount?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Deneyebilir miyim?<\/td>\n<td>May I try it on?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Al\u0131yorum.<\/td>\n<td>I&#8217;ll take it.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Te\u015fekk\u00fcr ederim.<\/td>\n<td>Thank you.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Useful Turkish Words at a Restaurant<\/h2>\n<p>Turkish cuisine is famous around the world. Knowing a few restaurant phrases will make your dining experience much easier.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Men\u00fc l\u00fctfen.<\/td>\n<td>Menu, please.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Su alabilir miyim?<\/td>\n<td>May I have some water?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u00c7ay istiyorum.<\/td>\n<td>I would like tea.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kahve alabilir miyim?<\/td>\n<td>Can I have coffee?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hesap l\u00fctfen.<\/td>\n<td>The bill, please.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u00c7ok lezzetli.<\/td>\n<td>Very delicious.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Afiyet olsun.<\/td>\n<td>Enjoy your meal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Popular Turkish Food Vocabulary<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ekmek<\/td>\n<td>Bread<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Peynir<\/td>\n<td>Cheese<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Yo\u011furt<\/td>\n<td>Yogurt<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kebap<\/td>\n<td>Kebab<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pilav<\/td>\n<td>Rice<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u00c7orba<\/td>\n<td>Soup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tatl\u0131<\/td>\n<td>Dessert<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Su<\/td>\n<td>Water<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u00c7ay<\/td>\n<td>Tea<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kahve<\/td>\n<td>Coffee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Asking for Directions in Turkish<\/h2>\n<p>When travelling in T\u00fcrkiye, you&#8217;ll often need to ask for directions. These expressions are among the most useful Turkish phrases for beginners.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Affedersiniz.<\/td>\n<td>Excuse me.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Nerede?<\/td>\n<td>Where is&#8230;?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Otob\u00fcs dura\u011f\u0131 nerede?<\/td>\n<td>Where is the bus stop?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Metro nerede?<\/td>\n<td>Where is the metro?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sa\u011fa d\u00f6n\u00fcn.<\/td>\n<td>Turn right.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sola d\u00f6n\u00fcn.<\/td>\n<td>Turn left.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>D\u00fcz gidin.<\/td>\n<td>Go straight.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Numbers You Should Know<\/h2>\n<p>Numbers are essential for shopping, travelling, telling the time, and understanding prices.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Number<\/th>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1<\/td>\n<td>Bir<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2<\/td>\n<td>\u0130ki<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3<\/td>\n<td>\u00dc\u00e7<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>D\u00f6rt<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5<\/td>\n<td>Be\u015f<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6<\/td>\n<td>Alt\u0131<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>7<\/td>\n<td>Yedi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>8<\/td>\n<td>Sekiz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>9<\/td>\n<td>Dokuz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>10<\/td>\n<td>On<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Talking About Time<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Saat ka\u00e7?<\/td>\n<td>What time is it?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bug\u00fcn<\/td>\n<td>Today<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Yar\u0131n<\/td>\n<td>Tomorrow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>D\u00fcn<\/td>\n<td>Yesterday<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sabah<\/td>\n<td>Morning<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\u00d6\u011fleden sonra<\/td>\n<td>Afternoon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ak\u015fam<\/td>\n<td>Evening<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Gece<\/td>\n<td>Night<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Emergency Turkish Phrases<\/h2>\n<p>Although you may never need them, it&#8217;s useful to know a few emergency expressions.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Turkish<\/th>\n<th>English<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Yard\u0131m edin!<\/td>\n<td>Help!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Doktor laz\u0131m.<\/td>\n<td>I need a doctor.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Polisi aray\u0131n.<\/td>\n<td>Call the police.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hastane nerede?<\/td>\n<td>Where is the hospital?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Anlam\u0131yorum.<\/td>\n<td>I don&#8217;t understand.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Daha yava\u015f konu\u015fur musunuz?<\/td>\n<td>Could you speak more slowly?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Practice Challenge<\/h2>\n<p>Try using at least <strong>10 new Turkish words<\/strong> today. Introduce yourself, order a coffee, ask for directions, or greet someone in Turkish. Small daily practice sessions help you remember vocabulary much faster than memorizing long word lists.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #eef7ff; padding: 18px; border-left: 5px solid #1565c0; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p><strong> Learning Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Instead of learning single words, learn complete phrases such as <em>&#8220;Te\u015fekk\u00fcr ederim&#8221;<\/em>, <em>&#8220;Ne kadar?&#8221;<\/em>, or <em>&#8220;Memnun oldum.&#8221;<\/em> Native speakers think in phrases, not isolated vocabulary.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Common Beginner Mistakes When Learning Turkish<\/h2>\n<p>Every language learner makes mistakes, and that&#8217;s completely normal. The important thing is to recognize them early and build good habits from the beginning.<\/p>\n<h3>\u274c Translating Every Word<\/h3>\n<p>Turkish sentence structure is different from English. Instead of translating word by word, learn complete expressions and short sentences.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u274c Incorrect thinking: &#8220;I coffee drink&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>\u2705 Turkish: <strong>Ben kahve i\u00e7erim.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>\u274c Ignoring Pronunciation<\/h3>\n<p>Turkish is a phonetic language. Every letter has a consistent pronunciation. Learning the alphabet first will improve both your speaking and listening skills.<\/p>\n<h3>\u274c Memorizing Random Vocabulary<\/h3>\n<p>Learning isolated words is much harder than learning vocabulary by topic. Study words related to greetings, food, travel, shopping, and everyday conversations.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Did You Know?<\/h2>\n<div style=\"background: #eef7ff; padding: 20px; border-left: 5px solid #1565c0; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p>Turkish is spoken by more than <strong>85 million native speakers<\/strong> and millions more around the world.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike English, Turkish words are pronounced almost exactly as they are written, making reading much easier once you learn the alphabet.<\/p>\n<p>Turkish also has a very logical grammar system with relatively few exceptions compared to many European languages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>How to Remember Turkish Vocabulary Faster<\/h2>\n<p>Learning vocabulary doesn&#8217;t have to be difficult. Try these proven techniques:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2705 Learn words in categories instead of random lists.<\/li>\n<li>\u2705 Practice for 10\u201315 minutes every day.<\/li>\n<li>\u2705 Listen to native Turkish speakers regularly.<\/li>\n<li>\u2705 Repeat words aloud to improve pronunciation.<\/li>\n<li>\u2705 Use new vocabulary in your own sentences.<\/li>\n<li>\u2705 Review old words before learning new ones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Consistency is much more important than studying for many hours once a week.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Quick Quiz<\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. What does &#8220;Te\u015fekk\u00fcr ederim&#8221; mean?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A) Hello<\/p>\n<p>B) Thank you<\/p>\n<p>C) Goodbye<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Which greeting is used in the morning?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A) \u0130yi ak\u015famlar<\/p>\n<p>B) G\u00fcnayd\u0131n<\/p>\n<p>C) Ho\u015f\u00e7a kal<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. What does &#8220;Ne kadar?&#8221; mean?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A) Where?<\/p>\n<p>B) How much?<\/p>\n<p>C) Who?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> B<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. What is the Turkish word for &#8220;Bread&#8221;?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A) Su<\/p>\n<p>B) Kahve<\/p>\n<p>C) Ekmek<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> C<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Which phrase means &#8220;Nice to meet you&#8221;?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A) Memnun oldum.<\/p>\n<p>B) L\u00fctfen.<\/p>\n<p>C) Rica ederim.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Answer:<\/strong> A<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Your 15-Minute Daily Turkish Study Plan<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Time<\/th>\n<th>Activity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5 minutes<\/td>\n<td>Review yesterday&#8217;s vocabulary.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5 minutes<\/td>\n<td>Learn 10 new Turkish words or phrases.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5 minutes<\/td>\n<td>Read them aloud and create simple sentences.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Following this simple routine every day can help you build a strong Turkish vocabulary much faster than occasional long study sessions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n<h3>How many Turkish words should a beginner learn first?<\/h3>\n<p>Learning the first 300\u2013500 common Turkish words is enough to understand many everyday conversations and build a solid foundation.<\/p>\n<h3>Is Turkish difficult to learn?<\/h3>\n<p>Turkish may look unfamiliar at first, but it has very consistent pronunciation and logical grammar rules. With regular practice, beginners usually make steady progress.<\/p>\n<h3>How long does it take to learn basic Turkish?<\/h3>\n<p>If you study 15\u201330 minutes every day, most learners can reach basic conversational Turkish within a few months.<\/p>\n<h3>Should I learn grammar or vocabulary first?<\/h3>\n<p>Begin with useful vocabulary and everyday expressions. As your vocabulary grows, grammar becomes much easier to understand.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Continue Your Turkish Learning Journey<\/h2>\n<p>Now that you&#8217;ve learned some of the most common Turkish words and phrases, it&#8217;s time to continue improving your Turkish with our free learning resources.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f5f9ff; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #d7e6f7; border-radius: 8px;\">\n<h3>Free Online Turkish Level Test<\/h3>\n<p>Find your current Turkish level and discover which lessons you should study next.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.turkcestan.com\/en\/online-turkish-test\/\"><strong>Take the Free Online Turkish Level Test \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Learn Turkish on YouTube<\/h3>\n<p>Watch free Turkish lessons, pronunciation practice, grammar explanations, listening activities, and real-life conversations.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/turkcestan\"><strong>Watch Free Turkish Lessons on YouTube \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Continue Reading<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Turkish Alphabet &amp; Pronunciation<\/li>\n<li>Beginner&#8217;s Guide to Learning Turkish<\/li>\n<li>Turkish Grammar Basics<\/li>\n<li>Turkish Listening Practice<\/li>\n<li>Free Turkish Exercises<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Learning common Turkish words and phrases is one of the fastest ways to start speaking confidently. Instead of memorizing long vocabulary lists, focus on the expressions you&#8217;ll use every day. Practice a little each day, listen to native speakers, and don&#8217;t be afraid to make mistakes.<\/p>\n<p>At <strong>TURKCESTAN<\/strong>, our goal is to make learning Turkish practical, enjoyable, and accessible for everyone. Explore our free lessons, improve your vocabulary step by step, and enjoy your Turkish learning journey.<\/p>\n<hr style=\"margin: 50px 0; border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\" \/>\n<div style=\"background: #f8fbff; border: 1px solid #d9e8ff; border-radius: 12px; padding: 30px;\">\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #1565c0;\">Continue Learning Turkish<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.7;\">Excellent! 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