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How to Say "Stop" in Amharic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
እባክህ አቁም
"Stop" in Amharic · say it like ih-bah-kih ah-kum

The most natural way to say "Stop" in Amharic is እባክህ አቁም. 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

ቆሞ
used in more casual contexts
እባክህ አቁም እባክህ
more polite or formal way to ask someone to stop

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want someone to stop doing something. It can be used in both formal and informal situations. Make sure to use a polite tone if you are addressing someone you do not know well.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
እባክህ አቁም እንደ እንቅልፍ እንዳትወድቅPlease stop so that you do not fall asleep.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use polite forms when addressing elders.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear እባክህ አቁም, 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

Is it rude to say 'stop' in Amharic?

It depends on the tone and context; using polite forms makes it more acceptable.

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