How to Say “Ok” in Luganda

By Alana Kaylee • Updated October 7, 2026

kale

The English phrase "ok" can be expressed in Luganda as kale.

kale is used as an interjection to express acknowledgement or acceptance.

Meaning: acknowledgement or acceptance (intj)

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While kale means 'ok' or 'fine', it is also the standard way to say 'you are welcome' after someone says 'thank you'.
The versatility of kale is so high that it can replace several different English phrases, including 'no problem', 'it is settled' and 'I understand', depending entirely on the speaker's facial expression.
Luganda uses kale to create a rhythmic back-and-forth in conversation, where the listener repeats it several times to show they are actively following a long story.

Examples in context

Kale, ndigenda.
Ok, I am going.
Kale, webale nnyo.
Ok, thank you very much.

Example conversation

A man asks a woman to help him with a task.

Ssebo

Nantongo, nsaba oyambe nnyo.
Nantongo, please help me.
Nantongo

Kale, nja kukuyamba.
Ok, I will help you.
Ssebo

Weebale nnyo, Ssebo agala.
Thank you very much, the gentleman wants it.
Nantongo

Kale, tusuubize.
Ok, let's hope.

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About The Author

Alana Kaylee

Jina langu ni Alana. As a woman deeply in love with the Swahili culture, I've combined my love for writing and language to craft comprehensive guides on speaking Swahili. When I'm not curled up with a good book on Swahili proverbs, you can find me sipping coffee and saying, "Kahawa ni tamu" (coffee is sweet). Apart from my intense love for language, I also have a soft spot for animals, leading to guides like "How to Say Cat in Swahili". My love for Swahili led me to its neighbor Luganda, and I now write guides on how to say things in Luganda as well.

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