Turkish · Greetings & Phrases

Hoş geldiniz

Welcome

Beginnerphrase

Definition

Used to greet someone who has arrived.

Example

Hoş geldiniz, lütfen girin.

Welcome, please come in.

Etymology

'Hoş geldiniz' translates directly to 'welcome,' with roots in a culture that highly values hospitality and the well-being of guests.

How & Where It’s Used

Hoş geldiniz is used in formal contexts to greet guests or newcomers, predominantly spoken in social gatherings, though also found in written formats.

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