Turkish · Food & Drink

Tatlı

Dessert / Sweet

Beginnernoun

Definition

A sweet dish eaten after the main course.

Example

Baklava en sevdiğim tatlı.

Baklava is my favorite dessert.

Etymology

'Tatlı' derives from the Arabic word 'حلو' (halu), which means sweet, reflecting the interaction of Arabic and Turkish food cultures.

How & Where It’s Used

'Tatlı' is used in both spoken and written language, typically in informal dining settings. It holds significant cultural importance across Turkey, with subtle variations in dessert types regionally.

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