Akkam jirta?
to one person, Oromo
The Oromo question for "how are you", used in Borana too, is Akkam jirta? For several people say Akkam jirtu?
Meaning: question about wellbeing (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Oromo | Note |
|---|---|
| Akkam jirta? | to one person, Oromo |
| Akkam jirtu? | to several people, Oromo |
Add the person's name after the greeting, or say Akkam first. Answer with Nagaa dha, meaning "peace", or Fayyaa dha, meaning "I am healthy".
Is it said differently in some regions?
Borana is a variety of Oromo. The question is standard Oromo and clear to Borana speakers.
Did you know?
- Answering with Nagaa dha uses the word for "peace", which is central to Oromo greetings.
Examples in context
- Akkam jirtu?How are you all?
Example conversation
Two friends meet at a market in Yabelo.
- DidaAkkam jirta?How are you?
- GuyyoNagaa dha, galatoomi. Atis?In peace, thank you. And you?
- DidaFayyaa dha.I am well.
