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How to Say "Brother" in Amharic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ወንድም
"Brother" in Amharic · say it like wen-dim

The most natural way to say "Brother" in Amharic is ወንድም. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

ወንድም እንደ አንድ
used in a more formal context
ወንድም ወይዘር
a regional variant in some areas

When to use it

You can use 'ወንድም' when referring to your brother or a close male friend. It is a term of endearment and camaraderie. It can also be used in a broader sense to refer to male peers in a friendly manner.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
እኔ ወንድሜን እየተመለከትኩ ነኝ።I am looking at my brother.
ወንድሜ በጣም ደስ ይበለኝ።My brother makes me very happy.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'ወንድም' with 'ወንድ', which means 'male' but is not used as a term of endearment.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use 'ወንድም' for someone who is not my brother?

Yes, it can be used for close male friends or peers.

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