🇦🇱 Albanian phrases

How to Say "What time is it?" in Albanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Sa është ora?
"What time is it?" in Albanian · say it like sah esh-tah or-ah

The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Albanian is Sa është ora?. 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

Cila është ora?
More formal way to ask.
Sa orë është?
Casual variant, often used in informal settings.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to know the current time. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. It is common to ask this question in conversations or when you need to check the time.

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Examples in Albanian

AlbanianEnglish
Sa është ora tani?What time is it now?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct verb form, saying 'Sa ora është?' instead of 'Sa është ora?'.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it polite to ask for the time?

Yes, it is considered polite to ask for the time in any context.

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