🇸🇴Somalie, Éthiopie (Ogaden), Kenya, Djibouti
Somali vocabulary: 15 essential words to communicate
Script: Alphabet latin (orthographe phonétique)
Learn essential Somali vocabulary with 15 words and phrases organized by theme. Perfect for beginners and travellers who want to communicate confidently.
15words & phrases
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Greetings & politeness
| Af-Soomaali | Romanization | English | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salaan | — | Hello | |
| Nabad gelyo | — | Goodbye | |
| Mahadsanid | — | Thank you | |
| Fadlan | — | Please | |
| Raali ahow | — | Sorry / Excuse me | |
| Haa | — | Yes | |
| Maya | — | No | |
| Sidee tahay? | — | How are you? |
Essential expressions
| Af-Soomaali | Romanization | English | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ma fahmin | — | I don't understand | |
| Ingiriisi ma ku hadashaa? | — | Do you speak English? | |
| Imisa ayuu ku yimaadaa? | — | How much? | |
| Xagee ayuu … ku yaalaa? | — | Where is…? | |
| Biyo | — | Water | |
| Caawi! | — | Help! | |
| Magacaygu waa… | — | My name is… |
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