Turkish · B2 (Upper Intermediate)
Housing in Turkish: Words & Phrases
Quick answer: The most useful Turkish words for housing are Borçlar Kanunu (Code of Obligations (governs Turkish tenancy)), kira artış oranı (rent increase rate (capped at CPI)) and tahliye davası (eviction lawsuit). The full Turkish housing phrase list with example sentences is below.
The essential Turkish vocabulary for housing, with example sentences and English translations. This is B2 (Upper Intermediate) material — exactly the kind of practical language you need when you're learning Turkish to live, work, or settle abroad.
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Key housing vocabulary
| Turkish | English |
|---|---|
| Borçlar Kanunu | Code of Obligations (governs Turkish tenancy) |
| kira artış oranı | rent increase rate (capped at CPI) |
| tahliye davası | eviction lawsuit |
| kira sözleşmesini feshetmek | to terminate rental contract |
| tazminat | compensation / damages |
| kefil | guarantor |
| iskan | occupancy permit |
| tapu | title deed |
| apartman yönetimi | building management |
| yönetim planı | management plan |
Example sentences
Borçlar Kanunu kiracıyı koruyor.
The Code of Obligations protects the tenant.
Kira artışı TÜFE ile sınırlı.
Rent increase is limited by the CPI rate.
Ev sahibi tahliye davası açtı.
The landlord filed an eviction lawsuit.
Ev sahibi kefil istiyor.
The landlord wants a guarantor.
Haksız tahliye için tazminat istiyorum.
I am claiming compensation for wrongful eviction.
Tapu dairesi mülkiyet belgesi düzenledi.
The title deed office issued a property document.
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