How to Say “My Brother” in Somali

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walaalkay
In Somali, the phrase for "my brother" is walaalkay.
Walaalkay is used to refer to a male sibling of the speaker.

Did you know?

  • If you call a stranger walaalkay, it is not just a way to say 'my brother' but a common way to show respect and friendliness to a man you do not know.
  • In Somali, the word walaal is gender-neutral and can mean 'my brother', 'my sister', or even 'my sibling' depending on the context.
  • Using walaalkay can sometimes be a way to signal solidarity within specific clans or subgroups, even when the men are not actually related.

Examples in context

  • Walaalkay waa arday.
    My brother is a student.
  • Walaalkay ayaa halkan jooga.
    My brother is here.
  • Walaalkay waa nin wanaagsan.
    My brother is a good man.

Example conversation

Sagal is introducing her sibling to Omar.

  1. Sagal

    Omar, kan waa walaalkay.
    Omar, this is my brother.
  2. Omar

    Asc, walaalkaa waa lagu faraxsan yahay.
    Hello, your brother is welcome.
  3. Sagal

    Walaalkay wuxuu rabaa inuu ku barto.
    My brother wants to meet you.
  4. Omar

    Aad baan ugu faraxsanahay.
    I am very happy to.
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