jacayl
The English word 'love' is translated into Somali as jacayl.
jacayl is a noun used to express strong affection.
Meaning: strong affection (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
To specify 'the love', you can add the definite article suffix -ka to the word, resulting in jacaylka.
Did you know?
- Somali speakers often use metaphorical language and riddles to express jacayl indirectly, as direct declarations of love were traditionally seen as too bold in some contexts.
- A common way to describe an intense, almost overwhelming love is to use terms related to 'madness' or 'sickness' in Somali literature.
- In Somali culture, the word jacayl is often expressed through poetry, which is so central to society that Somalia is known as the 'Nation of Poets'.
Examples in context
- Mamaan, waan ku jeclahay.Mom, I love you.
- Jacaylka dhabta ah waa mid aan dhammaan.True love is something that never ends.
- Jacaylku waa wax aad u qurux badan.Love is a very beautiful thing.
- Wuxuu dareemayaa jacayl dhab ah.He is feeling true love.
- Jacaylka waalidku waa mid aan dhammaanayn.A parent's love is endless.
Example conversation
Mustafa and Nimco are talking about their relationship.
- MustafaNimco, waxaan kuu qabaa jacayl weyn.Nimco, I have a great love for you.
- NimcoAnigana jacayl ayaan kuu qabaa, Mustafa.And I have love for you too, Mustafa.
- MustafaMa rumeysan karo farxada aan dareemayo.I cannot believe the happiness I feel.
- NimcoJacaylku wuxuu na dhigaa kuwo faraxsan.Love makes us happy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “love” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
