How to Say “Days” in Somali

By Rachel Jessie • Updated October 3, 2026

maalmo

The English word "days" is translated into Somali as maalmo.

maalmo is used to refer to multiple twenty-four hour periods.

Did you know?

In Somali, the word for 'days' is closely related to the word for 'money', as both share the same root maal.
The word maal can also be used to describe 'fortune' or 'luck' in certain idiomatic expressions, shifting the meaning from time to destiny.
If you are counting 'days' in Somali, the grammatical rules change based on whether the days are a continuous sequence or just a collection of separate days.

Examples in context

Maalmo badan ayaa dhammaaday.
Many days have passed.
Maalmo badan ayaa socon doona.
It will take many days.

Example conversation

Sagal and Mustafa are discussing a vacation.

Sagal

Imisa maalmo ayaad fasaxa ku joogaysay?
How many days were you on vacation?
Mustafa

Waxaan joogayay toban maalmo.
I stayed for ten days.
Sagal

Waa waqti aad u dheer!
That is a very long time!
Mustafa

Haa, aad baan ugu raaxaystay.
Yes, I really enjoyed it.

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About The Author

Rachel Jessie

Nabad galyo! I am Rachel, a language enthusiast, passionate about the beautiful Somali culture and language. My pastime revolves around perfecting my knowledge of dialects and indulging in diverse cultural experiences. Exploring Somali food terms is a hobby, thanks to my love for exotic cuisine. My writings are an amalgamation of extensive guides, from expressing emotions to everyday colloquialities in Somali. Let’s exchange stories and languages, make friendships and bridge gaps between cultures. Dadaal wacan! My love for the Horn of Africa also led me to Amharic, and I now write guides on saying everyday words in Amharic too. Keep trying, as learning never ends!

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