馃嚦馃嚞 Hausa phrases

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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Mece ce lokaci?
"What time is it?" in Hausa 路 say it like meh-cheh cheh loh-kah-chee

The most natural way to say "What time is it?" in Hausa is Mece ce lokaci?. 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

Wane lokaci ne?
A more casual way to ask.
Yaushe ne?
Used in informal contexts.

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. Just approach someone politely and ask.

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Examples in Hausa

HausaEnglish
Mece ce lokaci yanzu?What time is it now?
Mece ce lokaci a wajen taron?What time is it at the event?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'lokaci' with 'lokaci' meaning 'time' in a different context.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Mece ce lokaci?, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hausa with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

How do I ask for the time in a formal setting?

You can still use 'Mece ce lokaci?' as it is suitable for formal situations.

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