How to Say “Hello” in Seychellois Creole

By Rosemary Rosie • Updated October 16, 2026

Bonzour

everyday, Seychelles

In Seychellois Creole, the main language of Seychelles, "hello" is Bonzour. It comes from French bonjour.

Bonzour is used in the daytime with anyone, friends or strangers.

Meaning: greeting (interjection)

Is it said differently in some regions?

Seychellois Creole is French-based and related to Mauritian Creole, though they are separate languages.

Did you know?

Seychellois Creole is one of the three official languages of Seychelles, together with English and French.

Example conversation

Mari and Zan meet in the street in Victoria.

Mari

Bonzour, Zan.
Hello, Zan.
Zan

Bonzour, Mari.
Hello, Mari.
Mari

Bonzour.
Hello.

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About The Author

Rosemary Rosie

Bonjour! I am Rosemary, your go-to guide for all things Creole. My passion for language leads me to create comprehensive guides that make learning Creole accessible and fun. From expressing love and admiration to naming everyday items, I’ve written about it all in my articles. When not crafting linguistics posts, you may find me strumming my guitar or cooking up the perfect bowl of Haitian rice. Let's ki kote, or journey together, through the beautiful fusion that is Creole.

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