Feelings

1. Mutluyum

   I'm happy

   Usage

   For a lasting sense of happiness: "mutlu" plus the first-person ending "-yum". Safe with anyone

2. Çok sevindim

   I'm glad

   Usage

   For happiness about something that just happened — a gift, a kindness, good news. It also appears in "Tanıştığımıza sevindim", pleased to meet you

3. Çok heyecanlıyım

   I'm excited

   Usage

   Covers both anticipation and nerves. A good line before a balloon flight or setting off on a trip

4. Gurur duyuyorum

   I'm proud

   Usage

   Literally "I feel pride". To praise someone, "Seninle gurur duyuyorum" — I'm proud of you

5. Rahatladım

   I'm relieved

   Usage

   For when a worry lifts — a lost item turns up, say. Built on "rahat", at ease

6. Minnettarım

   I'm grateful

   Usage

   Heavier than "teşekkür ederim" — say it on parting to someone who really helped you

7. Çok beğendim

   I really liked it

   Usage

   The most natural compliment for food, a view or a purchase. Aimed at a person it tips into romantic interest, so keep it for things and experiences

8. Seni özledim

   I miss you

   Usage

   For family and close friends; the polite form is "Sizi özledim". Not for a superior or someone you have just met

9. Üzgünüm

   I'm sad

   Usage

   For low spirits. The same word also serves as "I'm sorry" in response to bad news

10. Çok yazık

    What a shame

    Usage

    The set response to a cancelled plan or bad news. "Yazık!" alone works too

11. Hayal kırıklığına uğradım

    I'm disappointed

    Usage

    Literally "I met with a breaking of the dream" — a measured way to say a tour or a hotel fell short

12. Kendimi yalnız hissediyorum

    I feel lonely

    Usage

    An opening when you are travelling alone and want company. "Yalnız" on its own can mean "alone" or "however", so this full form is clearer

13. Memleketimi özledim

    I'm homesick

    Usage

    Literally "I miss my home region". "Memleket" carries real weight in Turkey — "Memleketiniz neresi?", where are you from, is a standard opening question

14. Kızgınım

    I'm angry

    Usage

    Strong anger. When complaining, opening with "Bir sorun var" — there is a problem — usually gets you further

15. Sinirlerim bozuldu

    I'm irritated

    Usage

    Literally "my nerves got disturbed" — for irritation at a situation such as a wait or noise. Aimed at a person it stings, so keep it about the circumstances

16. Korkuyorum

    I'm scared

    Usage

    A workable reason to decline heights, fast driving or an activity. "Yükseklikten korkuyorum" means "I'm afraid of heights"

17. Şaşırdım

    I'm surprised

    Usage

    For being taken aback, whether the surprise was good or bad

18. Endişeliyim

    I'm worried

    Usage

    For anxiety about luggage, health or a connection. "Merak etme", don't worry, is the reply you will often get

19. Stresliyim

    I'm stressed

    Usage

    Borrowed from English and understood by every generation. A natural reason for asking to take a break

20. Utandım

    I'm embarrassed

    Usage

    The standard line after an awkward slip. It is about your own state, so it is safe to show anyone

21. Utangacım

    I'm shy

    Usage

    Shyness as a trait — also a usable reason to decline singing or dancing in front of people

22. Sıkıldım

    I'm bored

    Usage

    Covers both boredom and feeling stifled. Showing it to a host who is guiding you would be rude — keep it for your travel companions

23. Yorgunum

    I'm tired

    Usage

    Useful for cutting sightseeing short or explaining why you want a massage

24. Uykum var

    I'm sleepy

    Usage

    Literally "I have my sleep". Turkish often frames bodily states as something you possess

25. İyiyim

    I'm fine

    Usage

    The standard answer to "Nasılsın?", and also "I'm all right now" to someone who was worried. Note the dotted capital "İ" at the start

26. Kendimi iyi hissetmiyorum

    I don't feel well

    Usage

    The all-purpose way to say you are unwell. Show it, then point to the spot on a body card

27. Keyfim yerinde

    I'm in a good mood

    Usage

    Literally "my keyif is in its place". "Keyif" is that particularly Turkish contentment of sitting with a glass of tea, and the phrase lands warmly with anyone

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