Jezi
name, Haitian Creole
This page covers Haitian Creole. The name Jesus is Jezi, and Jezi Kris means Jesus Christ.
Meaning: name of Jesus Christ (noun)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Jezi | name, Haitian Creole |
| Jezi Kris | full name |
The name is common in church services and in everyday speech in Haiti, where Christianity plays a large role. A familiar phrase is Mèsi Jezi, meaning "Thank you Jesus".
How do you pronounce it?
It is said "zhay-zee", with the j like the "s" in "measure".
Did you know?
- The Haitian Creole spelling Jezi matches the sound, which is why it looks different from the French Jésus.
Examples in context
- Mèsi Jezi.Thank you Jesus.
- Nou renmen Jezi.We love Jesus.
Example conversation
Wilner and his grandmother Odette walk home from church.
- OdetteJodi a nou chante pou Jezi.Today we sang for Jesus.
- WilnerMwen renmen kantik yo.I like the hymns.
- OdetteMèsi Jezi pou jou sa a.Thank you Jesus for this day.
