chita
verb, Haitian Creole
In Haitian Creole "sit" is chita. The command "sit down" is Chita. This page covers Haitian Creole.
Meaning: to sit down (verb)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| chita | verb, Haitian Creole |
| Chita | command, sit down |
To invite someone politely, say Chita, tanpri or Chita non. For a group, use Chita as well, as the verb does not change.
Which one should you use?
The verb also means to stay or to sit in a place, as in li chita lakay li.
Did you know?
- The Creole word byenvini for "welcome" is built from French bienvenue.
Examples in context
- Chita la a, tanpri.Sit here, please.
- Mwen vle chita sou chèz sa a.I want to sit on this chair.
Example conversation
Host Louise welcomes her guest Henri.
- LouiseByenvini, Henri. Chita.Welcome, Henri. Sit down.
- HenriMèsi, Louise.Thank you, Louise.
- LouiseOu vle yon vè dlo?Do you want a glass of water?
