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How to Say "Rest in peace" in Amharic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ይደርሳል በሰላም
"Rest in peace" in Amharic · say it like yee-dehr-sahl beh-seh-lahm

The most natural way to say "Rest in peace" in Amharic is ይደርሳል በሰላም. 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

ይደርሳል በሰላም ይኖር
a more formal way to express the same sentiment
ይደርሳል
a casual way to express condolences

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express your condolences to someone who has lost a loved one. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. You can say it during a funeral or when speaking to someone who is grieving.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
እቅፍ ይደርሳል በሰላም ወንድሜRest in peace, my brother.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with greetings, but it is specifically for expressing condolences.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

When should I use this phrase?

You should use it when someone has died, to show sympathy and respect.

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