How to say “Goodbye” in Turkish
The most common way to say “goodbye” in Turkish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Hoşça kal
In a sentence
English
Goodbye, thank you.
Turkish
Hoşça kal, Teşekkür ederim
Frequently asked
How do you say "Goodbye" in Turkish?
"Goodbye" in Turkish is "Hoşça kal". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Hoşça kal" written in Turkish?
"Hoşça kal" is the standard written form in Turkish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Hoşça kal" in Turkish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Hoşça kal" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Hoşça kal" mean in English?
"Hoşça kal" is the Turkish way of saying "Goodbye" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Goodbye" in Turkish?
Many languages — including Turkish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Hoşça kal" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Turkish spoken?
Turkish is spoken by an estimated 88 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Turkish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Turkish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Hoşça kal" or any other Turkish text.