Anglè
language, Haitian Creole
In Haitian Creole "English" is Anglè. It names the language, and Mwen pale Anglè means "I speak English".
Meaning: the English language (noun)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Anglè | language, Haitian Creole |
| Mwen pale Anglè | I speak English |
Use Anglè after the verb pale, to speak. To ask someone, say Ou pale Anglè?
How does it change in a sentence?
There is no article before the language name, so pale Anglè is simply "speak English".
Did you know?
- Haitian Creole is spoken by nearly all Haitians, while French is used mainly in formal settings.
Examples in context
- Mwen pale Anglè.I speak English.
- Ou pale Anglè?Do you speak English?
- Mwen ap aprann Anglè.I am learning English.
Example conversation
A visitor asks Claude, a shopkeeper in Port-au-Prince, for help.
- VizitèBonjou, ou pale Anglè?Hello, do you speak English?
- ClaudeWi, yon ti kras.Yes, a little.
- VizitèMèsi anpil.Thank you very much.
