Where is the bathroom? Kibò twalèt lè ye? Many people are afraid of this situation – having an urgent need for the toilet and not knowing how to ask. You should listen to this phrase and memorize the pronunciation. Literal Meaning Kibò – where twalèt – toilet la – the ye – be This phrase […]
Archives for July 2017
How do you ask “How is your family” in Creole
How is your family? Kijan fanmi ou ye? This is the most common question after exchanging hello and asking how someone has been. It’s a sign of respect and concern in a culture that highly values family connection. You should listen to the example above and be prepared to respond to this question when asked. […]
How can I say “I’m glad to meet you” in Creole?
I’m glad to meet you Mwen kontan fè konesans ou This is a polite response after you meet someone for the first time. It’s a little longer than many beginners phrases but worth the effort to memorize and pronounce well. Literal Meaning Mwen – I kontan – happy fè – make konesans – knowledge ou […]
“I can’t wait to see you again” in Creole
I can’t wait to see you again. Mwen paka tann wè ou ankò This is a phrase you might use while talking or texting long distance with a friend in Haiti. It could also be something you would include when saying goodbye in Creole. Literal Meaning Mwen – I paka – can not tann – […]
Behind Mountains; More Mountians (Creole Proverb) Pronunciation
Behind mountains, there are more mountains Dèyè mòn, gen mòn This is the most famous of Haitian proverbs, especially after the book about medical pioneer Paul Farmer’s work in Haiti. The pronunciation can be a little tricky if you’re just learning the language, listen to the example above and repeat as needed. Literal Meaning Dèyè […]
How do you say “I can not” in Haitian Creole?
I can not Mwen pa kapab While visiting Haiti, locals will make requests of you. This becomes more frequent once you demonstrate a basic understanding of the Creole language. This phrase is a simple way to say “No” to these requests and protect your new friendships from becoming dependencies. Literal Meaning Mwen – I pa […]