Can I get by with English in Istanbul?

Istanbul – English quite widely spoken in central areas of Istanbul; has the highest rates of English prevalence in Turkey. You won’t have any problems conversing in most hotels, restaurants and shops, and more generally, about one in three people you stop on the street will also speak English.

Do you need to speak Turkish in Turkey?

While the language of instruction in some of the universities in Turkey is English, Turkish is the main language of instruction in most universities. Although Turkish language proficiency is a prerequisite in terms of admission to many academic programs, you can also be admitted to universities without knowing Turkish.

Can you live in Istanbul without speaking Turkish?

So, to answer whether you can live in Turkey without knowing Turkish, the answer is yes, but it is advisable to learn at least one word a day to enhance your lifestyle. Also read our article about Turkish culture and traditions, that every expat moving to the country should know.

Is English well spoken in Turkey?

Spoken English is not common in Turkey in general. About 17\% of Turkey speaks English as a second language. This may seem higher in tourist areas, but according to the English Proficiency Index, Turkey in 2020 was 69th out of the top 100 English speaking countries in the world.

Do they speak Arabic in Turkey?

Arabic is spoken by 1.2\% of the Turkish population; most of those speakers are bilingual Arabic and Turkish speakers. Other minority languages include Circassian, spoken by more than 0.09\% throughout the country, Greek, Armenian and Judezmo, a Romance language spoken by Jews.

Do I need to learn another script for Turkish?

For Roman script-based language speakers, you will be pleasantly surprised to see that Turkish, whilst spoken in a land so close to countries with Arabic scripts, uses the Roman script. Albeit with a couple of extra letters. For many, there is no need to learn another script.

Why learn the Turkish language?

The Turkish language, with its Roman script, is the perfect key to opening up the Middle East and even further flung eastern lands and languages. Yet, you do not meet many people, even independent travellers, who have committed to learning Turkish. Why?

Is it possible to learn Turkish in 3 months?

Yet, you do not meet many people, even independent travellers, who have committed to learning Turkish. Why? A note from the Fluent in 3 Months team before we get started: You can chat away in a new language for at least 15 minutes with the “Fluent in 3 Months” method. All it takes is 90 days.

Are there any restrictions on travel to Istanbul?

Although there had been limited restrictions for tourists, these changes mean visitors can enjoy more activities during their stay in Istanbul, Antalya, or any other popular destination. Travelers who experience symptoms should isolate and seek medical attention immediately.