# Fahan: Somali Voice Translator — Talk in English. Learn Somali.

> Real-time voice translator for natural conversations across multiple languages. (iPhone/iPad app by mohamud abdi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fahan-somali-voice-translator/id6761134767 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [mohamud abdi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887933977)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0.0 · 48 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-25
- Data updated: 2026-10-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fahan-somali-voice-translator/id6761134767/reviews.md

## What is Fahan?

Fahan is a voice translator built for Somali speakers and their families. Speak Somali or English, and Fahan says the translation out loud in a natural voice, so the other person hears their own language.

Talk with your child's teacher, your landlord, a neighbor, a coworker or family back home, without hunting for words or passing your phone back and forth.

TRANSLATE, OUT LOUD
- Tap the mic and speak. Fahan translates and speaks the result in a natural voice
- Every conversation is saved as a transcript you can read back and replay, line by line
- Built with Somali speakers in mind: everyday grammar, idioms and how people really talk

VOICE: ASK ANYTHING
Ask a question out loud, in Somali or English, and hear the answer spoken back in your language. Voice looks things up when it helps, so you can ask about everyday things: how to write to your landlord, what to say at a school meeting, how a form works.

DADIR: YOUR SOMALI TUTOR
Learn the words you actually need, explained in your own language.
- Five-minute rounds with instant feedback
- Hear every word in a natural Somali voice
- Streaks, XP and badges that keep you coming back
- Dadir brings words back before you forget them
- Ask Dadir anything, like how to greet your grandmother politely

TEN LANGUAGES
- Af-Soomaali (Somali)
- English
- العربية (Arabic)
- Kiswahili (Swahili)
- Español (Spanish)
- Français (French)
- Deutsch (German)
- Nederlands (Dutch)
- Svenska (Swedish)
- Dansk (Danish)

HOW IT WORKS
1. Choose the two languages in the conversation
2. Tap the mic and speak
3. Fahan says the translation out loud in the other language
4. Everyone stays in the conversation

WHERE FAHAN HELPS
- School meetings and parent-teacher conferences
- Talking with landlords, neighbors and coworkers
- Appointments and everyday paperwork
- Family conversations across generations
- Community gatherings and everyday errands

PRIVACY
We never keep recordings of your voice. Audio is processed and then discarded; only the text of your conversation is kept, so you can read it back. We never sell your data. Details are in our Privacy Policy.

FREE TO TRY
Try Fahan free. If it becomes part of your day, subscribe weekly, monthly or yearly through your Apple account. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple account settings.

Fahan is a communication aid for everyday conversations. Machine translation can make mistakes; for medical, legal or other important decisions, use a qualified professional interpreter.

Built by AWO Logistics for the diaspora, in the belief that no one should struggle to be understood where they live, or lose the language of the place they are from.

Fahan means "understanding" in Somali. That is what we are here to give you.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://fahanapp.com/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Real-time voice translation
- Supports Somali, Swahili, Arabic, English, and more
- Natural voice output
- Handles code-switching
- Focuses on cultural context
- Free to try

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fahan Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Fahan Premium Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Fahan Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Fahan Premier Monthly | $24.99 | per month |
| Fahan Weekly Premier | $6.99 | per 7 days |


## Is Fahan safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Fahan.

## Is Fahan legit?

Fahan: Somali Voice Translator has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Fahan is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fahan-somali-voice-translator/id6761134767/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best translator app

*2026-10-16*

Very easy to use, simple quick and can change it to any language any giving time, Also have your own assistant.

### 5/5 — Honest review

*2026-09-24*

Ive been trying to learn Somali for a long time and this app is really helping

### 5/5 — First time user

*2026-09-24*

First time using the app, I learned how to say, shark and how to say big forehead. A1 loving this app def should download.

## Frequently asked questions about Fahan

### What languages does Fahan support?

Fahan supports Af-Soomaali (Somali), Kiswahili (Swahili), English, العربية (Arabic), Español (Spanish), Français (French), Deutsch (German), Nederlands (Dutch), Svenska (Swedish), and Dansk (Danish). The app aims to provide natural translation for these languages.

### How does Fahan's translation work?

You choose the two languages for your conversation, then tap the mic and speak. Fahan translates and speaks back in the other language using a natural voice, allowing for seamless back-and-forth communication.

### Is Fahan free to use?

Fahan is free to try. For daily users who integrate it into their routine, there are weekly or monthly subscription options available. You can cancel your subscription anytime through your Apple account.

### What makes Fahan different from other translation apps?

Fahan is purpose-built for languages often overlooked by mainstream apps, focusing on grammar, idioms, and cultural context. It offers natural voice output and handles code-switching, making conversations feel more authentic.

### Where is Fahan most useful?

Fahan is designed to help in various scenarios, including medical visits, school meetings, government appointments, family conversations, community gatherings, and everyday errands. It aims to bridge understanding in diverse settings.

### Does Fahan store or sell user conversations?

No, Fahan explicitly states that no conversation data is stored or sold. This commitment to privacy is a key feature for users concerned about their data.

### What is the age rating for Fahan?

Fahan has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and general audiences, with no content restrictions.

### When was Fahan last updated?

Fahan was last updated on August 25, 2026, with version 1.0. This indicates it is a relatively new application.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-10-26

This is the biggest update in Fahan's history. We spent months rebuilding the app from the ground up, and it is no longer just a translator. It is a companion that helps you be understood today and helps you learn for tomorrow.

MEET VOICE: ASK ANYTHING, OUT LOUD
Tap the circle and just talk, in Somali or English. Voice listens, looks things up when it helps, and answers you out loud in your own language. How do I write to my landlord? What should I say at my son's school meeting? How does this form work? Ask the way you would ask a friend, and hear a real answer in a natural voice.

MEET DADIR: YOUR SOMALI TUTOR
Dadir teaches the words you actually need, e.
This is the biggest update in Fahan's histor the app from the ground up, and it is nolonger just a translator. It is a companion that helps you be understood today and helps you learn for tomorrow.

MEET VOICE: ASK ANYTHING, OUT LOUD                                                                                   Tap the circle and just talk, in Somali or Ethings up when it helps, and answers you out Ask the way you would ask a friend, and hear a real answer in a natural voice.

MEET DADIR: YOUR SOMALI TUTOR
Dadir teaches the words you actually need, explained in your own language.
- Five-minute rounds with instant feedback
- Hear every word spoken in a natural Somali voice
- Streaks, XP, levels and badges to keep you going
- Dadir brings words back right before you forget them
- Ask him anything, from greeting your grandmother politely to what to say at your child's school
- Learn from your own conversations: phrases you used in Translate become lessons                                    
FAHAN NOW SPEAKS YOUR LANGUAGE
You can now use the whole app in Somali, not just translate into it.
                                                                                                                     TRANSLATE, BETTER THAN EVER
- Saved transcripts you can read back and replay, line by line
- A cleaner, calmer screen built around one big mic button
- Smoother back-and-forth, so everyone stays in the conversation

A FRESH NEW LOOK
Screens across the app have been redesigned, with softer colours, gentle motion and a cleaner layout.

WHY THIS MATTERS
Millions of Somali speakers live far from home, and too many apps treat our language as an afterthought. Parents sit through school meetings without understandin talk to their grandparents. Fahan exists tochange that: to help you be understood where you live, and to keep the language of home alive in your family.

Every feature in this update came from listeou, please leave a rating. It helps otherfamilies find us.

Mahadsanid for being part of Fahan.

### 1.2 — 2026-09-06

We spent this update on the things you feel every day: making Fahan fit every
phone, look the way it should, and stop doing the small annoying stuff.

WORKS BEAUTIFULLY ON SMALLER PHONES
If you're on a smaller or older iPhone, this is the big one. We went through
the app screen by screen and rebuilt the parts that didn't fit.

• The bar at the top of the translator now adjusts to your screen. Language
  names stay complete, flags always show, and the settings button is no
  longer cut off at the edge.
• The welcome screens scroll properly, so nothing gets trapped off-screen or
  hidden behind the buttons at the bottom.
• Sign in and sign up sit centered and comfortable, whatever size your
  screen is.

A CLEANER, WARMER LOOK
• Settings and Account have been redesigned
  and more room to breathe.
• The final welcome screen is completely new: brighter, gently animated, and
  much clearer about what Fahan can do for y
• The buttons and labels across the top of the translator now share one
  consistent shape and size, so the whole sc
• Our Privacy Policy and Terms are finally readable: a plain-English summary
  at the top, a menu to jump to any section, and a progress bar as you read.

FIXES
• Settings showed the wrong version number. It now shows the real one.
• Long language names no longer get cut shor
• Flags no longer appear at odd sizes or flicker as the screen changes.
• The Privacy Policy and Terms links are now easy to tap.
• We reread our Privacy Policy and Terms lining
  that didn't match how the app actually works — including how your audio is
  handled and how to delete your transcripts and account.

Thank you for using Fahan. Keep the feedback coming — it's shaping every
one of these updates.

### 1.0 — 2026-08-25

No release notes.

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