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How to Say "What's up?" in Amharic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
እንዴት ነህ/ነሽ?
"What's up?" in Amharic · say it like en-deht neh/nesh

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Amharic is እንዴት ነህ/ነሽ?. 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 አይነት ነው?
more formal, used in specific contexts
እንዴት ነህ/ነሽ ወይ?
casual and friendly, often used among friends

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone and want to ask how they are doing. It is a friendly and informal way to greet someone. You can use it with friends or acquaintances.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
እንዴት ነህ ወይ?What's up?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to adjust the ending based on the gender of the person they are addressing.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase used in formal situations?

No, it is mainly used in casual conversations.

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