Creole Phrases with Pronunciation

“Pa gen pwoblèm” is a common phrase in Haitian Creole that means “no problem.” The literal breakdown is as follows: Pa – Not gen – have pwoblèm – problem In normal conversation this has phrase could be used as an informal “it’s nothing” or “you’re welcome” when someone says thank you. Be sure to send us […]

This is a special welcome message Estherline recorded to say welcome and thank you to everyone visiting Haiti. Mwen kontan avèk lòt nasyon ki renmen vizite peyi nou I am happy when other nations that love to visit our country Mwen bay tout respè lòt peyi ki ede timoun la I give all respect for […]

This is another question from our ASK ANYTHING page. If you need a specific phrase in Creole please let us know! èske ou vreman kontan pou nouvo kay ou? Are you very excited for your new house?

This one is a nice addition to our Creole insults and swear words list. These phrases could be very rude to a stranger but in the right context they could be teasing. Fe silans tanpri – be silent (shut up) please Fèmen dyol ou enbesil – shut your mouth imbecile W fin pale salopri – […]

Below are 3 audio clips where Estherline shares about the mission God has given her to help the poor children in rural Haiti. Nan Ayisyen Kreyòl nou pa sèlman chita fè moun tande vwa nou nap goumen ede pakèt timoun Timoun ki paka manje Timoun ki paka ale lekòl Timoun ki paka viv tankou tout […]

Here are some useful questions to start a conversation in Haitian Creole: Ou ka poze kesyon plizyè fason : Eske – (prefix to indicate question) Kijan – How Poukisa  – Why Koman – How Kijan ou ka poze kesyon lè wap pale avèk moun Ayiti : How you can ask questions when you speak with […]