Kijan ou ye?
everyday, Haitian Creole
The usual way to ask "how are you" in Haitian Creole is Kijan ou ye? A casual version is Sak pase?, meaning "what's up?"
Meaning: question about well-being (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Kijan ou ye? | everyday, Haitian Creole |
| Sak pase? | casual |
You can answer Mwen byen, mèsi for "I am fine, thanks". To return the question, add E ou menm?
Which one should you use?
Kijan ou ye? is neutral and works with everyone. Sak pase? is for friends and people your age.
Did you know?
- Haitian Creole is spoken by nearly all Haitians, and greeting questions like this one are part of every first exchange.
Examples in context
- Kijan ou ye?How are you?
- Mwen byen, e ou menm?I am fine, and you?
- Sak pase, zanmi m?What's up, my friend?
Example conversation
Mrs. Pierre meets her neighbor at the gate.
- Madam PyèBonjou, kijan ou ye?Hello, how are you?
- VoizinMwen byen, mèsi. E ou menm?I am fine, thanks. And you?
- Madam PyèM ap debat.I am getting by.
