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How to say "I cannot breathe" in Somali

Respiratory emergency

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English

I cannot breathe

Somali

Ma neefsan karo

Approx. reading: mah nayf-san kah-roh

Usage

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This phrase works in both casual and formal settings.

Context

Respiratory emergency

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