Haitian Creole Vocabulary, Lesson 01
Haitian Creole Greetings and Polite Words
Start conversations with simple greetings, polite words, and everyday responses.
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bonjou, mèsi
1. Vocabulary focus #
These words are small, but they carry a lot of social meaning. Learners should practice them with a warm, natural rhythm.
Pronunciation guide: bonjou = bon-joo; mèsi = meh-see; souple = soo-pleh.
2. How to use it #
Use bonjou earlier in the day, bòn aprèmidi in the afternoon, and bòn nwaye or bòn sware depending on context and local usage.
3. Vocabulary building blocks #
Use these as full mini-phrases, not isolated dictionary items.
| Creole word | English sounds-like guide | English meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Bonjou | Bon-joo | Hello / good morning |
| Bonswa | Bon-swah | Good evening |
| Mèsi | Meh-see | Thank you |
| Souple | Soo-pleh | Please |
| Eskize m | Es-kee-zeh m | Excuse me |
| Pa gen pwoblèm | Pah gehn pwoh-blehm | No problem |
4. Interactive practice station #
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