馃嚦馃嚞 Hausa phrases

How to Say "Come here" in Hausa

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
zo nan
"Come here" in Hausa 路 say it like zoh nahn

The most natural way to say "Come here" in Hausa is zo nan. 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

zo a nan
used for emphasis or clarity
ka zo nan
more formal, addressing a male
ki zo nan
more formal, addressing a female

When to use it

You can use 'zo nan' when you want someone to come closer to you. It is a casual and friendly way to invite someone. This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversations among friends and family.

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Examples in Hausa

HausaEnglish
Zo nan, ina so mu tattauna.Come here, I want us to talk.
Zo nan, akwai wani abu mai muhimmanci.Come here, there is something important.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct tone, which can change the meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear zo nan, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hausa with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is 'zo nan' used in formal situations?

No, it is generally used in informal settings among friends or family.

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