Bedeutung
Expressing joy for success.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In Turkish offices, 'Tebrikler' is often followed by a treat. If you get a promotion and people congratulate you, you are expected to bring 'baklava' or 'simit' for the team. On Turkish social media, it is common to write 'Tebrikler' followed by many emojis like 👏, 🧿, or 🎉. The 'Nazar Boncuğu' (Evil Eye bead) emoji is almost always used alongside it. When congratulating an elder, it is more respectful to use the formal 'Tebrik ederim' and perhaps even kiss their hand and put it to your forehead (though this is becoming less common in cities). Turkish football fans are very passionate. If a rival team wins fairly, a fan might say 'Tebrikler' to show 'centilmenlik' (sportsmanship), though it's often done with a heavy heart.
The 'için' Rule
Always use 'için' if you want to say what you are congratulating them for. 'Success için tebrikler' is the perfect formula.
Birthday Trap
Never say 'Tebrikler' for a birthday unless they just broke a world record on their birthday.
Bedeutung
Expressing joy for success.
The 'için' Rule
Always use 'için' if you want to say what you are congratulating them for. 'Success için tebrikler' is the perfect formula.
Birthday Trap
Never say 'Tebrikler' for a birthday unless they just broke a world record on their birthday.
Add an Emoji
In texts, 'Tebrikler' alone can look a bit cold. Add a 👏 or a 🎉 to make it feel warmer.
Formal vs Informal
If you're unsure, 'Tebrikler' is always safe. 'Tebrik ederim' is for when you want to sound extra sincere or professional.
Teste dich selbst
Which is the most appropriate response when a friend says they passed their driving test?
Arkadaşın: 'Ehliyet sınavını geçtim!' Sen:
Passing a test is an achievement, so 'Tebrikler' is the correct choice.
Complete the sentence with the correct prepositional phrase.
Yeni işin _______ tebrikler!
We use 'için' (for) to specify the reason for the congratulations.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: Someone just got married.
Marriage is a life milestone where 'Tebrikler' is used.
Fill in the missing line in the dialogue.
A: Yarışmada birinci oldum! B: _________! Seninle gurur duyuyorum.
Winning a competition requires a congratulatory response.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Visuelle Lernhilfen
Tebrikler vs. Hayırlı Olsun
Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenArkadaşın: 'Ehliyet sınavını geçtim!' Sen:
Passing a test is an achievement, so 'Tebrikler' is the correct choice.
Yeni işin _______ tebrikler!
We use 'için' (for) to specify the reason for the congratulations.
Situation: Someone just got married.
Marriage is a life milestone where 'Tebrikler' is used.
A: Yarışmada birinci oldum! B: _________! Seninle gurur duyuyorum.
Winning a competition requires a congratulatory response.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenYes, it is very common for weddings and engagements.
It is neutral. You can use it in almost any setting.
'Kutlarım' is slightly more formal and literally means 'I celebrate (you)'.
The most common response is 'Teşekkür ederim' (Thank you).
Yes, but 'Tebrik ederim hocam' sounds more respectful.
Absolutely, it is the primary word for graduation.
To protect the person from the 'Evil Eye' (jealousy).
You can, but 'Hayırlı olsun' is more common for physical objects.
'Tebrikler' is already the standard short version.
Yes, with a specific downward intonation, just like in English.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Kutlarım
synonymI celebrate/congratulate you
Hayırlı olsun
similarMay it be beneficial
Gözün aydın
specialized formMay your eye be bright
Helal olsun
informalWay to go / Bravo
Maşallah
builds onWhat God has willed
