Sak pase, cheri?
casual, Haitian Creole
A friendly Haitian Creole version is Sak pase, cheri?, "what's up, darling?" Another is Bonjou, bebe, "hello, baby".
Meaning: affectionate greeting (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Sak pase, cheri? | casual, Haitian Creole |
| Bonjou, bebe | affectionate |
Cheri (darling) is the usual endearment between partners. Use these only with someone close, since the same words from a stranger can sound too forward.
Which one should you use?
Sak pase is a casual greeting, and the reply is often N ap boule or M pa pi mal.
Did you know?
- N ap boule literally means "we are burning" and is a lively way to say all is well.
Examples in context
- Sak pase, cheri?What's up, darling?
- Bonjou, bebe. Ou dòmi byen?Hello, baby. Did you sleep well?
- Mwen sonje w, cheri.I miss you, darling.
Example conversation
Anita answers a call from her boyfriend Rudy.
- RudyAlo, cheri. Sak pase?Hello, darling. What's up?
- AnitaN ap boule. E ou menm?I'm doing fine. And you?
- RudyM pa pi mal. Mwen sonje w.Not bad. I miss you.
