How to say “I love you” in Somali
The most common way to say “i love you” in Somali. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Waan ku jeclahay
In a sentence
English
Hello, I love you.
Somali
Salaan, Waan ku jeclahay
Frequently asked
How do you say "I love you" in Somali?
"I love you" in Somali is "Waan ku jeclahay". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Waan ku jeclahay" written in Somali?
"Waan ku jeclahay" is the standard written form in Somali, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Waan ku jeclahay" in Somali?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Waan ku jeclahay" 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 "Waan ku jeclahay" mean in English?
"Waan ku jeclahay" is the Somali way of saying "I love 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 "I love you" in Somali?
Many languages — including Somali — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Waan ku jeclahay" 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 "Waan ku jeclahay" or any other Somali text.