Colors are an important part of Turkish art and culture. You’ve probably seen images of colorful Turkish lanterns, or bowls and plates covered in intricate designs. The vibrant reds, blues, greens and purples of these traditional wares are what make them so beautiful and so distinct. When you’re learning to speak Turkish, you want to get the full cultural experience — that’s why it’s useful to review the words for colors in Turkish. Turkish pronunciation can be a little tricky for English speakers, so be sure to click the play button to hear how the words are supposed to sound.
Color — renk
Red — kırmızı
Orange — turuncu
Yellow — sarı
Green — yeşil
Blue — mavi
Purple — mor
Pink — pembe
Brown — kahverengi
Black — siyah
White — beyaz
Gray — gri
Light — açık
Dark — koyu