robale gabotse
The English phrase "goodnight" is translated into Sepedi as robale gabotse.
This phrase is used to wish someone a good sleep before they go to bed.
Did you know?
- In many Sepedi-speaking households, a parting phrase for the night often includes a blessing or a wish for God's protection during the dark hours.
- In many Northern Sotho communities, it is common to use a plural form when addressing an elder or a group to show respect instead of the singular robale.
- The word robala can be used in a different context to describe something that is 'dormant' or 'inactive' rather than just a human sleeping.
Examples in context
- Robale gabotse.Goodnight.
- Ke re, robale gabotse.I say, goodnight.
- Robale gabotse, mma.Goodnight, ma'am.
Example conversation
Katlego and Masego are finishing their evening chat.
- KatlegoKe nako ya go robala.It is time to sleep.
- MasegoEe, ke a dumela.Yes, I agree.
- KatlegoRobale gabotse, Masego.Goodnight, Masego.
- MasegoLe wena, Katlego.You too, Katlego.
