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Haitian Creole Words & Phrases
Useful everyday expressions for welcoming and connecting with Haitian Creole speakers.
- Bonjou
- Hello / Good morning
- Bonswa
- Good evening
- Silvouplè
- Please
- Mèsi
- Thank you
- Pa dekwa
- You're welcome
- Kijan ou ye?
- How are you?
- Kijan mwen ka ede w?
- How can I help you?
- Mwen bezwen yon entèprèt
- I need an interpreter
- Mwen bezwen èd
- I need help
- Mwen pa konprann
- I don't understand
- Èske ou ka repete sa?
- Can you repeat that?
- Èske ou ka pale pi dousman?
- Can you speak more slowly?
- Wi
- Yes
- Non
- No
- Tanpri
- Please
- Eskize m
- Excuse me / I'm sorry
- Ki jan ou rele?
- What is your name?
- Mwen rele...
- My name is...
- Ki kote?
- Where?
- Kilè?
- When?
These common words and phrases are provided as a general language resource. For legal, medical, immigration, court, and other professional matters, professional interpretation may be necessary to ensure accurate communication.
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