Essential Everyday Phrases
| Afaan Oromoo | English |
|---|---|
| Eeyyee | Yes |
| Lakki | No |
| Maaloo | Please |
| Galatoomi | Thank you |
| Baga nagaan dhufte | Welcome |
| Dhiifama | Sorry / Excuse me |
| Tole | Okay / Fine |
| Hin beeku | I don't know |
| Nan beeka | I know |
| Hubadheera | I understand |
Questions You Will Use Daily
| Afaan Oromoo | English |
|---|---|
| Maqaan kee eenyu? | What is your name? |
| Akkam jirta? | How are you? |
| Eessaa dhufte? | Where are you from? |
| Afaan Oromoo ni dubbatta? | Do you speak Afaan Oromoo? |
| Kun maali? | What is this? |
| Meeqa? | How much? |
Expressions of Feeling
| Afaan Oromoo | English |
|---|---|
| Gammachuu | Happiness |
| Gaddi | Sadness |
| Sodaa | Fear |
| Jaalala | Love |
| Nan gammadeera | I am happy |
| Nan gaddeera | I am sad |
Polite Expressions
- Nagaatti — Goodbye (lit. "in peace")
- Rabbiin si haa eebbisu — May God bless you
- Galanni Waaqaaf haa ta'u — Thanks be to God
Conversation Example
Caalaa: Akkam jirta? (How are you?) Beekan: Nagaa, galatoomi. Ati hoo? (Well, thank you. And you?) Caalaa: Anis nagaa. (I am well too.)
Practice Challenge
Try using five of these phrases in your next conversation with a family member or friend.