How Do You Learn The Turkish Language?
Getting ready for a trip to Turkey? Before you go to a foreign destination it’s great to learn some of the language. It makes it easier to ask questions, get directions and generally be a friendly traveler. Depending on the place you live, it may be hard to find a class or even a language-exchange partner. So take advantage of the resources you have at hand: online, audio and written guides to learning Turkish. Study how to pronounce Turkish consonants and vowels. Online pronunciation guides offer simple examples–for example, you say the Turkish “e” like the “e” in the word pet. Learn basic phrases and expressions, such as “hello,” “how are you?” and “what’s your name?” You can find all kinds of daily expressions on free websites such as Omniglot.com. Phrase books are also helpful―for instance, Berlitz Turkish Phrase Book & Dictionary. Buy an online program that teaches you to speak Turkish. Websites such as VerbalPlanet.com offer interactive sessions with native Turkish speakers. Use
