Our Mission

To preserve, document, and advance the Somali language through innovative and AI Powered technology.

What is Sabaad Platform?

Sabaad.com is an innovative platform that works on innovations advancing the Somalia culture and related packages Somali language. At the heart of Sabaad.com is Afjire, a robust Somali dictionary that provides detailed meanings, grammatical information, and usage examples for Somali words.

Users can search for any word to access its definition, part of speech, gender, and context of use. Afjire is invaluable for language learners and those seeking to deepen their understanding.

  • Comprehensive Somali-English and English-Somali translations
  • Detailed word definitions, meanings, and grammatical explanations
  • Multiple contextual examples for each word (at least two per entry)
  • Advanced search functionality tailored specifically to Somali language patterns
  • Academic articles and published research on Somali linguistics

Unique Features That Set Us Apart

  • Unparalleled Scale: Over 7 billion Somali language queries processed
  • Continuous Growth: New words and features added daily
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Sophisticated algorithms fine-tuned for the Somali language
  • Academic Rigor: Content developed in partnership with linguists and Somali language experts
  • Community Driven: Enriched by contributions from Somali language enthusiasts worldwide

By the Numbers

7B+
Somali language queries
500K+
Dictionary entries
1M+
Example sentences
Continuous
Daily updates and improvements

Our Team

Team Member

Mr. Khadar

Chief/Founder of SABAAD Platform

Expert Community Development Specialist/ Philanthropist with 15+ years of Experience in community Service

Team Member

Ridwan H Mohamud

Software Engineer and Cloud Security

Specializes in natural language processing for Somali

Team Member

Abdikadir Hussein

Data Analyst and Community Manager

Connects with Somali speakers worldwide to enhance our database

Our history

Founded in 2015 to create a comprehensive digital resource for the Somali language, Sabaad.com has grown from a small project into the world's largest Somali dictionary.

Milestones include:

  • 2021: Initial launch with 20,000 dictionary entries
  • 2022: Introduction of advanced search functionality
  • 2023: Launch of academic research section
  • 2024: Expanded to 80,000 dictionary entries and billions of queries
  • 2025: Surpassed 1 million queries and 100,000 dictionary entries

Our Future

Sabaad.com is committed to continuous innovation, including:

  • Expanding coverage of regional Somali dialects
  • Developing mobile applications for easier access
  • Integrating advanced machine learning for improved search results
  • Collaborating with universities for Somali language research
  • Adding multimedia features like audio pronunciations and visual examples

Our vision is to make Sabaad.com the definitive, go-to digital platform for Somali language learners and speakers globally.

Join Our Mission

We welcome Somali language enthusiasts, researchers, and technologists to join our team or contribute to this growing project to help preserve and advance the Somali language for generations to come.

Contact Us

Discover more and explore: www.sabaad.com