🇪🇹 Amharic phrases

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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ምን ሰዓት ነው?
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The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Amharic is ምን ሰዓት ነው?. 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

ምን ዕለት ነው?
Used when asking about the day or date.
ምን ሰዓት ነው ወይ?
A more casual way to ask.

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 settings. It is a common question in conversations, especially when planning activities.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
እባክህ ምን ሰዓት ነው ይህ?Please, what time is it now?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct tone when asking, which can make the question sound less polite.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

How do I respond to this question?

You can respond by stating the time, for example, 'አምስት ሰዓት ነው' which means 'It is five o'clock.'

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