noun / verbbasicLetter L
English to Somali dictionary
love in Somali
jacayl
An intense feeling of deep affection
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Translation
Somali meanings
jacayl
An intense feeling of deep affection
Useful combinations
Common phrases with love
I love you.
Waan ku jeclahay.
with love
jacayl leh
love of country
jacaylka waddanka
A common theme in Somali poetry and culture.
Real usage
Example sentences
I love my family.
familyQoyskayga waan jeclahay.
She loves Somalia.
patriotismSoomaaliya way jeceshahay.
I love this food.
preferenceCuntadan waan jeclahay.
Grammar
Grammar notes
Jacayl vs. jeclahay
Jacayl is the noun (love). Jeclahay is the verb form (to love) and conjugates: waan jeclahay (I love), waad jeceshahay (you love).
Questions
Questions about love in Somali
How do you say love in Somali?
The noun for love is jacayl. To say I love, use jeclahay: Waan ku jeclahay (I love you).