Somali (/ səˈmɑːli, soʊ -/ sə-MAH-lee, soh-; [4][5] Latin script: Af Soomaali; Wadaad: اف صومالِ ‎; Osmanya: 𐒖𐒍 𐒈𐒝𐒑𐒛𐒐𐒘 [af soːmaːli]) [6] is an Afroasiatic language belonging to the Cushitic …

Somali is a member of the Lowland East Cushitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family. It is spoken mainly in Somalia, and also in Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Yemen, and in (the Republic of) Somaliland, …

The Somali language belongs to the Cushitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family. Despite several regional dialects, it is understood throughout the country and is an official language.

Read about the Somali language, its dialects and find out where it is spoken. Learn about the structure and get familiar with the alphabet and writing.

Oct 16, 2025 · Learn how to speak Somali fast with step-by-step tips, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and beginner-friendly practice examples.

The Somali language, primarily spoken in Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Djibouti, is a member of the Afro-Asiatic language family and a part of the Cushitic sub-family. With an estimated 16 million native …

Somali (Af-Soomaali) is an Afro-Asiatic language spoken primarily by the Somali people in the Horn of Africa. It is the official language of Somalia and a national language in Djibouti, and it is also spoken …

Apr 7, 2025 · The Somali language is a Cushitic language spoken by the Somali people, primarily inhabiting the Horn of Africa. It is the official language of Somalia and is also spoken in parts of …

May 11, 2025 · Somali is the primary official language of Somalia and has three main dialects: Af-Maay (or Maay Maay), spoken in the southern and central regions. The standard Somali dialect and the …

Aug 22, 2025 · The Somali language is a Cushitic language that is spoken by the Somali people, primarily in Somalia, but also in other parts of the world. It is an official language in Somalia and is …