Chita
verb, everyday
To say "sit down" in Haitian Creole, say Chita. Adding non, as in Chita non, makes it a friendly invitation.
Meaning: asking someone to sit (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Chita | verb, everyday |
| Chita non | phrase, friendly |
Chita works for a command to a child and a friendly offer to a guest. Chita non is a gentle way to welcome someone to a seat.
Which one should you use?
Chita alone is short and direct. For extra politeness, add tanpri: Tanpri, chita.
Did you know?
- Chita also means "to sit" as a plain verb: m chita is "I am sitting".
Examples in context
- Chita, tanpri.Sit down, please.
- Chita non, pa jennen w.Please sit down, make yourself at ease.
- Mwen pral chita la a.I am going to sit here.
Example conversation
Madan Yolande welcomes a visitor, Mesye Daniel, into her living room.
- YolandeBonjou Mesye Daniel, chita non.Good morning Mr. Daniel, please sit down.
- DanielMèsi, Madan Yolande.Thank you, Madam Yolande.
- YolandeOu vle yon vè dlo?Do you want a glass of water?
