dayax
The English word "moon" is translated to Somali as dayax.
The term refers to the natural satellite of planet Earth.
Meaning: the natural satellite of planet Earth (noun)
Which one should you use?
While dayax is the standard term, Qamar is used specifically in poetic or scientific contexts to refer to the moon.
Related words
Did you know?
- In certain Somali dialects and poetic traditions, the moon is sometimes used as a metaphor for a person's face or a bright, guiding presence.
- The distinction between dayax and Qamar reflects an influence of Arabic vocabulary into the Somali poetic and scientific lexicon.
- The phases of the moon are deeply tied to the traditional Somali lunar calendar, which historically dictated much of nomadic social life.
Examples in context
- Dayaxu waa mid aad u qurux badan.The moon is very beautiful.
- Maanta dayax buuxa ayaa jira.There is a full moon today.
- Waxaan arkaa dayax cad.I see a bright moon.
Example conversation
Nimco and Omar are looking at the night sky from their balcony.
- NimcoOmar, fiiri dayaxa!Omar, look at the moon!
- OmarHaa, waa dayax aad u weyn.Yes, it is a very large moon.
- NimcoDayaxu wuxuu u ifayaa si aad u qurux badan.The moon is shining very beautifully.
- OmarRuntii, waa muuqaal aad u wanaagsan.Truly, it is a very good sight.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “moon” translations and entries dayax, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
