Kolay Gelsin: The Most Useful Turkish Phrase You Aren't Using
If you were to pick one phrase to use in Turkey to immediately win people over, it would be "Kolay gelsin." Translated literally, it means "May it come easy to you."
When to Use It
In Turkish series, characters say this whenever they walk into a shop, pass a security guard, or see someone cooking in the kitchen. It is a verbal acknowledgement of someone else's labor.
The Social Impact
Using Kolay gelsin shows that you are a person of edep (good manners/etiquette). It is a way to bridge social gaps and start any interaction on a positive, respectful note. It is the ultimate "social lubricant" in Turkish culture.
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