Turkish Love Phrases

So, you now have the basic Valentine’s Day vocabulary under your belt. Well done! But, do you know how to say ‘I love you’ in Turkish yet? Or perhaps you are still only friends. So, do you know how to say ‘I like you’ or ‘I have a crush on you’ in Turkish?

I love you.

• Seni seviyorum.

Saying ‘I love you’ in Turkish carries the same weight as in all languages. Use this only if you’re sure and sincere about your feelings for your partner/friend.

You mean so much to me.

• Sen benim için çok şey ifade ediyorsun..

This is a beautiful expression of gratitude that will enhance any relationship! It makes the receiver feel appreciated and their efforts recognized.

Will you be my Valentine?

• Sevgililer gününü benimle geçirir misin?

With these words, you are taking your relationship to the next level! Or, if you have been a couple for a while, it shows that you still feel the romance. So, go for it!

You’re so beautiful.

• Çok güzelsin.

If you don’t know how to say ‘You’re pretty’ in Turkish, this is a good substitute, gentlemen!

I think of you as more than a friend.

• Ben seni daha çok bir arkadaş olarak görüyorum.

Say this if you are not yet sure that your romantic feelings are reciprocated. It is also a safe go-to if you’re unsure about the Turkish dating culture.

A hundred hearts would be too few to carry all my love for you.

• Sana olan aşkımı taşıyabilmek için yüz kalp yetmezdi.

You romantic you…! When your heart overflows with love, this would be the best phrase to use.

Love is just love. It can never be explained.

• Aşk sadece aşktır. Asla açıklanamaz

If you fell in love unexpectedly or inexplicably, this one’s for you.

You make me want to be a better man.

• Benim daha iyi biri olmaya çabalamamı sağlıyorsun.

Gentlemen, don’t claim this phrase as your own! It hails from the movie ‘As Good as it Gets’, but it is sure to make your Turkish girlfriend feel very special. Let her know that she inspires you!

Let all that you do be done in love.

• Yaptığın her şeyin aşkla yapılmasına izin ver.

We hope.

You are my sunshine, my love.

• Sen benim güneşimsin, aşkım.

A compliment that lets your lover know they bring a special quality to your life. Really nice!

Words can’t describe my love for you.

• Sana olan sevgimi kelimelerle tarif edemem..

Better say this when you’re feeling serious about the relationship! It means that your feelings are very intense.

We were meant to be together.

• Biz birlikte olmak için yaratılmışız.

This is a loving affirmation that shows you see a future together, and that you feel a special bond with your partner.

If you were thinking about someone while reading this, you’re definitely in love.

• Eğer bunu okurken birisini düşünüyorsan, kesinlikle aşıksın.

Here’s something fun to tease your lover with. And hope he/she was thinking of you!

You’re so handsome.

• Çok yakışıklısın.

Ladies, this phrase lets your Turkish love know how much you appreciate his looks! Don’t be shy to use it; men like compliments too.

I’ve got a crush on you.

• Senden hoşlanıyorum.

If you like someone, but you’re unsure about starting a relationship, it would be prudent to say this. It simply means that you like someone very, very much and think they’re amazing.

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