Raising a glass in Turkey is all about connection and good spirits. Whether you are sipping Raki (the infamous Lion's Milk) or sharing a meal with locals, knowing how to say Şerefe! will immediately break the ice and bring a smile to the table.
In Turkey, drinking culture centers around clinking the bottoms of your glasses together if you consider yourself equal friends. Learning this local expression ensures you toast like a true insider wherever your travels take you!
Most Common Ways to Say Cheers
Turkish
Şerefe!
[sheh-reh-FEH]
A common Turkish toast; often rendered as “to your honor.”
Quick Facts About Türkiye
Capital city:
Ankara
National / Official language(s):
Turkish
(türkçe)
Other spoken language(s):
Kurdish
Arabic
Armenian
Greek
Kabardian
Turkey