---
title: Haitian Creole Greetings and Polite Words
description: Start conversations with simple greetings, polite words, and everyday responses.
url: "https://oukaap.com/en/okahub/haitian-creole-greetings-and-polite-words/"
updated: "2026-08-04"
category: Vocabulary
tags:
  - beginner
  - "haitian-creole"
  - practice
  - pronunciation
  - vocabulary
---

# Haitian Creole Greetings and Polite Words

Haitian Creole Vocabulary, Lesson 01

 Haitian Creole Greetings and Polite Words

Start conversations with simple greetings, polite words, and everyday responses.

   1

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

 Coming soon**Interactive practice is being prepared.**

Come back soon for the exercise.