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Ethiopia: Native Lingo

More than 70 languages are spoken in Ethiopia. One of the official languages is Amharic. It has 33 consonants. Try saying these words and phrases!

I'm Speaking Amharic!

Hear it spoken

ANDY CHADWICK—ALAMY

How Do I Say?

The Basics

Hello.

Goodbye.

Yes.

No.

Advanced

How are you? (girl)

How are you? (boy)

Thank you.