How to Say “Bed” in Creole (Haitian Creole)

By Wanda Isabella • Updated October 16, 2026

kabann

Haitian Creole

In Haitian Creole "bed" is kabann. With the article it is kabann lan.

Use kabann for the piece of furniture, as in Kabann lan konfòtab.

Meaning: furniture for sleeping (noun)

Did you know?

To say "go to bed" you use the verb kouche, as in Mwen pral kouche.

Examples in context

Kabann lan konfòtab.
The bed is comfortable.
Mwen gen yon kabann nan chanm mwen.
I have a bed in my room.
Kabann nan gwo.
The bed is big.

Example conversation

Brother Samuel and sister Elsie move furniture into a new room.

Samuel

Kote nou mete kabann lan?
Where do we put the bed?
Elsie

Bò fenèt la.
Next to the window.
Samuel

Dakò.
Okay.

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Wanda Isabella

Bonjour, it's Wanda here! When I'm not deep-diving into the richness of Creole language, you'll find me humming tunes to Kabrit, my pet pig, or savouring some sumptuous boulette de riz blanc. I have an insatiable love for dabbling with words — from everyday phrases to the cheeky slangs. Want to say 'I Love You' in Creole? Mon chè, you're at the right place. So, sit tight because the beauty of our shared Creole passion is in its unhurried charm. Here's to exploring, laughing, and learning together. Alo, zanmi! Bisou!

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