How to Say “Good Morning” in Sesotho

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khotso
The phrase "good morning" in Sesotho is khotso.
khotso is used when seeing someone for the first time in the morning.
Meaning: when seeing someone for the first time in the morning (intj)

Did you know?

  • Because khotso means 'peace', it can also be used as a name for people, turning a daily greeting into a common proper noun.
  • The word khotso literally translates to 'peace', suggesting that a greeting is not just a polite 'hello' but a formal wish for tranquility.
  • When using the greeting, the physical gesture of a handshake or a slight nod often accompanies the word to demonstrate respect to the listener.

Examples in context

  • Khotso, ntate.
    Good morning, father.

Example conversation

Teboho meets Palesa at their workplace in the early morning.

  1. Teboho

    Khotso, Palesa.
    Good morning, Palesa.
  2. Palesa

    Khotso, Teboho.
    Good morning, Teboho.
  3. Teboho

    O tsogile jwang?
    How did you wake up?
  4. Palesa

    Ke tsogile hantle, ke a leboha.
    I woke up well, thank you.
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