Tânisi
Plains Cree, everyday
The usual way to say "hello" in Plains Cree is Tânisi. It can also be heard shortened to tânsi.
It works with anyone, in person or on the phone. People often follow it with a name.
Meaning: greeting (phrase)
Is it said differently in some regions?
Cree is a group of closely related varieties. Tânisi is the Plains Cree greeting and other Cree varieties spell it a little differently.
Did you know?
- Tânisi is often used as the ordinary opener in Cree classes across Canada.
Example conversation
Cody meets Elder Mary at a community hall in Saskatchewan.
- CodyTânisi, Mary.Hello, Mary.
- MaryTânisi!Hello!
- CodyTânisi, nimis.Hello, my older sister.
