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How to Say "Yes" in Amharic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
አዎን
"Yes" in Amharic · say it like ah-won

The most natural way to say "Yes" in Amharic is አዎን. 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

አዎ
a more casual form
እወ
used in more formal contexts

When to use it

You can use 'አዎን' in everyday conversations when you want to agree or confirm something. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Use it when responding to questions or affirming statements.

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Examples in Amharic

AmharicEnglish
አዎን እኔ እወዳለሁYes, I love it.
አዎን ይህ እውነት ነውYes, this is true.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'አዎን' with 'እወ' and use them interchangeably, but 'እወ' is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'አዎን'?

'አዎን' can be used in most situations where you want to say yes.

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