afiyet olsun

Meaning

A polite expression said before or after someone eats.

Example

Yemek hazır, afiyet olsun!

The food is ready, enjoy your meal!

Practice tips

• Practice afiyet olsun out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
• Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
• Pay attention to context: this Turkish expression is for intermediate-level learners.

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