İyi günler!
To say "have a good day" in Turkish, use İyi günler!
İyi günler! is a polite phrase used to wish someone a pleasant day. Unlike English, where "Good day" is often a formal greeting, İyi günler! is used both as a greeting when arriving and as a farewell when leaving.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to "Good days". The word iyi means "good" and günler means "days".
How does it change in a sentence?
The word günler is the plural form of gün (day), which is why the phrase uses the plural "days" instead of the singular "day".
When do people say it?
When someone says İyi günler!, a common polite response is Size de iyi günler!, which means "Good day to you too!"
Did you know?
- The word gün is the root for the Turkish word for 'sun' (güneş), reflecting an ancient connection between the day and the star that creates it.
- In a professional setting, saying İyi günler! while slightly nodding the head is a common sign of respect. This gesture softens the formality of the phrase.
- While İyi günler! works for the daytime, Turks use İyi akşamlar! specifically for the evening. This transition usually happens as soon as the sun begins to set.
Examples in context
- İyi günler! Keyifle çalışmalarınızı sürdürün.Have a good day! Continue your work with pleasure.
- İyi günler!Have a good day!
Example conversation
Selin is leaving a coffee shop after buying a drink.
- SelinTeşekkürler, iyi günler!Thanks, have a good day!
- EmreSize de iyi günler!Have a good day to you too!
- SelinGörüşürüz Emre.See you, Emre.
- EmreGörüşürüz Selin.See you, Selin.
