🇪🇹 Amharic phrases

How to Say "Hi" in Amharic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ሰላም
"Hi" in Amharic · say it like se-lam

The most natural way to say "Hi" in Amharic is ሰላም. 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

ሰላም እንዴት ነህ/ነሽ?
used when asking how someone is doing
ሰላም ወይዘር
a more formal greeting

When to use it

You can use 'ሰላም' when greeting friends, family, or acquaintances. It is a versatile greeting suitable for various situations. It can be used at any time of the day.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
ሰላም እንዴት ነህ?Hello, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'ሰላም' with 'ሰላምታ', which is a more formal greeting.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

What does 'ሰላም' mean?

'ሰላም' means 'peace' and is commonly used as a greeting.

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