How to say “How are you?” in Somali
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Somali. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Sidee tahay?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Somali
Salaan, Sidee tahay?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Somali?
"How are you?" in Somali is "Sidee tahay?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Sidee tahay?" written in Somali?
"Sidee tahay?" is the standard written form in Somali, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Sidee tahay?" in Somali?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Sidee tahay?" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Sidee tahay?" mean in English?
"Sidee tahay?" is the Somali way of saying "How are you?" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "How are you?" in Somali?
Many languages — including Somali — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Sidee tahay?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Somali spoken?
Somali is spoken by an estimated 16 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Somali dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Somali dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Sidee tahay?" or any other Somali text.