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Hello! I’m Emine, a native Turkish speaker and a Turkish tutor.
Today, I’d like to introduce you to a special Turkish phrase: “Kolay gelsin.”
You will hear this phrase everywhere in Türkiye:
in shops, at work, on the street, at school…
We say “Kolay gelsin” to someone who is working or making an effort.
Its meaning is close to:
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“I hope your work goes easily”
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“Good luck with your work”
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“Take care while working”
But actually, it is more than just a phrase.
It shows kindness, empathy, and respect.
When you say “Kolay gelsin”, you are telling the other person:
“I see your effort, and I respect it.”
There is no perfect equivalent in English, which makes this phrase very special.
If you want to learn Turkish not only as a language but also as a culture,
this is one of the most beautiful expressions to start with.
Kolay gelsin to everyone who is studying today!
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