| American English | Oromo |
|---|---|
| Hello | Akkam |
| Good morning | Akkam bulte |
| Good afternoon | Akkam ooltan |
| Good evening | Akkam ooltan |
| Yes | Eeyyee |
| No | Lakki |
| Please | Maaloo |
| Thank you | Galatoomaa |
| You are welcome | Homaa miti |
| Excuse me | Dhiifama |
| I’m sorry | Dhiifama |
| How are you? | Akkam jirta? |
| What is your name? | Maqaan kee eenyu? |
| My name is... | Maqaan koo... |
| Nice to meet you | Walbaruu keenyatti gammadeera |
| Goodbye | Nagaatti |
| Good night | Halkan gaarii |