🇸🇦 Arabic phrases

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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
كم الساعة؟
"What time is it?" in Arabic · say it like kam as-saa'ah

The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Arabic is كم الساعة؟. 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

ما الوقت؟
A more formal way to ask.
أي ساعة الآن؟
A casual way to inquire about the time.

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 daily conversations.

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Examples in Arabic

ArabicEnglish
عذرًا، كم الساعة الآن؟Excuse me, what time is it now?
هل يمكنك أن تخبرني كم الساعة؟Can you tell me what time it is?
Common mistake
Some learners may forget to use the question mark at the end of the sentence.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is it polite to ask for the time?

Yes, it is generally considered polite to ask for the time.

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