Mèsi
everyday
This page covers Haitian Creole. The word for "thank you" is Mèsi. For "thank you very much" say Mèsi anpil. It is also called Mèsi byen.
Meaning: expression of thanks (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Creole | Note |
|---|---|
| Mèsi | everyday |
| Mèsi anpil | thank you very much |
| Mèsi byen | warm |
Mèsi works in every situation, from a shop to a family dinner. Adding anpil, which means "a lot", makes the thanks stronger.
How does it change in a sentence?
To say what you are thankful for, put pou after it, as in Mèsi pou èd ou, "thank you for your help".
How do you pronounce it?
Mèsi is pronounced close to "meh-SEE", with the open è sound.
Did you know?
- The Haitian Creole word mèsi comes from the French merci.
Examples in context
- Mèsi pou èd ou.Thank you for your help.
Example conversation
A customer pays a vendor for mangoes at a market in Jacmel.
- VandèMen mango ou yo.Here are your mangoes.
- KliyanMèsi anpil.Thank you very much.
- VandèPa dekwa.You're welcome.
