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Haitian Creole vocabulary: 15 essential words to communicate
Learn essential Haitian Creole vocabulary with 15 words and phrases organized by theme. Perfect for beginners and travellers who want to communicate confidently.
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Greetings & politeness
| Kreyòl ayisyen | English | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Bonjou | Good morning / Hello | |
| Bonswa | Good evening | |
| Orevwa | Goodbye | |
| Mèsi | Thank you | |
| Souple / Tanpri | Please | |
| Padkwa | You're welcome | |
| Padon / Eskize m | Sorry / Excuse me | |
| Wi / Non | Yes / No |
Essential expressions
| Kreyòl ayisyen | English | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Mwen pa konprann | I don't understand | |
| Èske ou pale anglè? | Do you speak English? | |
| Konbyen li koute? | How much? | |
| Ki kote...? | Where is...? | |
| Dlo | Water | |
| Ede m! / Asistans! | Help! | |
| Mwen rele... | My name is... |
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