Al dòmi
everyday
To say "go to bed" in Haitian Creole, use Al dòmi, which means "go sleep". Al kouche means "go lie down" and is also common.
Meaning: order or advice to sleep (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Al dòmi | everyday |
| Al kouche | lie down |
Parents say it to children at night. Add Bòn nwit for goodnight.
Did you know?
- The Creole dòmi comes from French dormir.
Examples in context
- Li ta, al kouche.It is late, go to bed.
Example conversation
A mother, Marie, talks to her son Jean.
- MarieJean, al dòmi.Jean, go to bed.
- JeanMwen pa dòmi ankò.I am not sleepy yet.
- MarieBòn nwit, cheri.Goodnight, dear.
