How to Say “Hey” in Haitian Creole

By Wanda Isabella • Updated October 16, 2026

Salut

casual, Haitian Creole

To say "hey" in Haitian Creole, use Salut with friends. Alo also works, and Sak pase? asks "what's up?"

Meaning: casual greeting (interjection)

Ways to say it

“Hey” in Creole
Creole	Note
Salut	casual, Haitian Creole
Alo	casual
Sak pase?	what's up

A usual reply to Sak pase? is N ap boule, which means that things are going fine. These forms are for friends and peers.

Which one should you use?

With elders or strangers, prefer Bonjou or Bonswa. Salut is relaxed.

Did you know?

The Creole salut comes from French salut.

Examples in context

Salut, zanmi m!
Hey, my friend!
Sak pase?
What's up?
Alo, kote ou ye?
Hey, where are you?

Example conversation

Two school friends meet at the gate.

Wesley

Salut, Benji!
Hey, Benji!
Benji

Salut! Sak pase?
Hey! What's up?
Wesley

N ap boule.
Doing fine.

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About The Author

Wanda Isabella

Bonjour, it's Wanda here! When I'm not deep-diving into the richness of Creole language, you'll find me humming tunes to Kabrit, my pet pig, or savouring some sumptuous boulette de riz blanc. I have an insatiable love for dabbling with words — from everyday phrases to the cheeky slangs. Want to say 'I Love You' in Creole? Mon chè, you're at the right place. So, sit tight because the beauty of our shared Creole passion is in its unhurried charm. Here's to exploring, laughing, and learning together. Alo, zanmi! Bisou!

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